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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Massachusetts to hit net zero emissions by 2050 through new law

Taylor Brokesh March 31, 2021
Baker signed “An Act Creating a Next-Generation Roadmap for Massachusetts Climate Policy” Friday.
Two people walk along the Charles River Esplanade. Boston University scientists say decreased traffic during the pandemic has led to positive changes in Boston’s environment. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU scientists reflect on how COVID-19 changed Boston’s environment

Madeline Humphrey May 17, 2020
The City of Boston provides public transportation for about 1.18 million commuters each weekday. But the coronavirus pandemic has kept many people at home, meaning fewer cars on the road and, consequently, less air pollution.
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