Energize Franklin

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meetings
2026-07-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Come learn about climate issues and advocacy with the 350 Mass Greater Franklin node! The group meets every first and third Thursday of the month. First Thursday meetings are hybrid, with attendees welcome in person and over Zoom. A Zoom link is available for those on the mailing list. Click here for more details. You can sign up for an attendance link via the 350 Mass website. Those attending in person should meet at the FUSF Church.

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node
2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-11-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 and 3 more dates
Come learn about climate issues and advocacy with the 350 Mass Greater Franklin node! The group meets every first and third Thursday of the month. Meetings are currently held virtually via Zoom for the meeting on the third Thursday of the month. Click here for more details. You can sign up for an attendance link via the 350 Mass website.

GECA: Overcharged in New England
2026-07-23 10:30 - 11:30
Join the Green Energy Consumers Alliance (GECA) for their latest webinar: Overcharged in New England with Synapse Energy Economics. A Cambridge based consulting group, Synapse Energy Economics recently released a report that identified an average of $22 in hidden fees on the electricity bills of Massachusetts residents. The July 23rd webinar, at 10:30am, discusses how regulatory reforms could cut those fees in half. Check out the GECA website for more information and to RSVP.

Native Plant Trust: Harvesting the Landscape
2026-07-25 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Native Plant Trust at the MassAudubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Cummaquid, MA on Saturday, July 25th for an exploration of native edible plants. A panel of experts will discuss foraging, culinary uses, and how to grow these plants at home, followed by hands-on activities. You can even take home a native plant!
This event is $65 for members and $80 for non-members. For more details and registration, see the Native Plant Trust website.

350 Network Council: VS Goliath documentary series
2026-08-04 20:00 - 21:30
Join the 350 Network Council for the second part of their documentary screening series VS Goliath on August 4th from 8pm-9:15pm. This documentary series follows everyday people from all across the country as they stand up to the fossil fuel industr and fight for their communities. August’s film is VS Goliath: Appalachia. Register in advance to join this virtual streaming event.

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meetings
2026-08-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-11-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-02-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 and 3 more dates | FUSF Church, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin, Massachusetts, US

Repair Cafe
2026-08-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Milton Public Library, 476 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA, 02186, United States
Stop by and get your item fixed or repaired.

Energy Bill Check-Up Webinar
2026-08-19 19:00 - 20:00
“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin
Whether you’re looking to better understand your own bill or to help others in your community navigate their energy costs, this webinar will provide useful information and practical resources. While helpful for all residents, this presentation is designed for energy coaches and community leaders who desire a better grasp of the details of utility billing and of the special programs––whether seasonal, income-related, or equipment-based––that can help ratepayers get savvy with their bills.
The speaker is Sierra Moll, Energy Consumer Liaison for the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. Her job is to connect residents, community organizations, and local leaders with state resources and advocacy on utility and energy issues. Here are some of the questions she will address.

The difference between supply and delivery charges
Different supply options (basic, municipal aggregation, competitive supply)
When and why rates change, plus why rate changes may not affect everyone at the same time
How infrastructure maintenance and renewable projects may affect utility bills

This program is sponsored by the Metrowest PlugIN effort of MassEnergize.org, in which EnergizeActon.org and other regional community groups participate.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IpwtfBoMTTGH5gGoP383Eg
Wed., August 19th
🕖 7:00–8:00 PM
💻 Online via Zoom
🎤 Speaker: Sierra Moll, Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office

GECA: How to Save on an Electric Vehicle in MA
2026-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Green Energy Consumers Alliance on Thursday, September 24th, at noon for a chance to learn about how to save on an electric vehicle in Massachusetts. This webinar will discuss how much to expect for fuel and maintenance cost savings, how to calculate the specifics for your particular circumstances, and how the state MOR-EV program can lower the cost for a new or used EV. Register in advance for this lunch and learn opportunity.

Energize Franklin at the Franklin Harvest Festival
2026-09-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Franklin, 9 East Central St, Franklin, 02035, United States
Join the Energize Franklin team at the annual Franklin Harvest Festival on September 26th from 12pm-4pm. Come chat with the team about any climate friendly actions you’ve been considering and learn more about the actions taking place in our community. There will even be a green energy circuits kit for kids to explore. We’d love to see you there!
