Somerville Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change Seeks One Member

The City of Somerville’s Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change (CEUCC) seeks one new member, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for residents with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community. CEUCC applicants should have some combination of knowledge about climate change, as well as lived or professional experience with environmental justice communities or experience developing sustainable buildings and/or affordable housing. 

The CEUCC advises the City and the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability and Environment on climate change and energy policy issues and assists the City with related program design and outreach. In the past, for example, the Commission has advised the City on energy performance of city buildings, community choice aggregation of electricity, and residential solar. Upcoming topics will include the Somerville Climate Forward update; local, state, and federal policy; innovative sustainability practices; and climate equity.  

The new Commissioner will serve the remainder of a term through February 28, 2025, with possible reappointment for a three-year term. The CEUCC typically meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This is a volunteer position. CEUCC members are confirmed by the City Council. All Commissioners must comply with and sign the City of Somerville’s Code of Conduct for Board, Commission, and Committee Members.

Applications are due Friday, August 25, 2023. Interested candidates should submit a statement of interest and resume via email to ose@somervillema.gov with the subject line “Commission Application” or by mail to 50 Evergreen Ave., Somerville, MA 02145, ATTN: Director, Office of Sustainability and Environment. Please contact Christine Blais at cblais@somervillema.gov or 781-296-7194 with questions. 

The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request. 

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov.