STCC secures funding for decarbonization efforts
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College received $791,694 from the state Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) to support projects to advance decarbonization efforts, address deferred maintenance and increase climate resilience.
STCC will use the funding for energy efficiency projects that lessen the consumption of onsite fossil fuels or increase efficiency.
STCC also will make repairs to campus buildings to increase efficiency, including but not limited to window replacements, door replacements, insulation and weatherization.
On Dec. 11, Sen. Adam Gomez, D-Springfield, joined the Healey-Driscoll administration in announcing that STCC received funding through Fair Share funds as part of the fiscal 2024 budget.
"STCC continues to benefit from a regional legislative delegation that supports public higher education needs,” said STCC President John B. Cook. “To Senator Gomez, Representative Williams, and all of our delegation, we are thankful knowing these funds help the college with decarbonization and energy efficiency requirements that carry a high cost."
“Combating climate change and securing resources for environmental justice communities continues to be a priority of mine for my district and our Commonwealth,” Gomez said. “The securement of this grant for STCC falls in line with two of my legislative priorities next year that ensure the state is able to meet net zero carbon goals as set forth in the Climate Change Road Map Act of 2021.”
DCAMM provided $11,875,404 to be divided among the 15 community colleges, including STCC, to assist with meeting Massachusetts’ decarbonization goals and focus on energy-efficient measures where decarbonation is not possible. Each community college received $791,694.
About Springfield Technical Community College
STCC, the Commonwealth's only technical community college, continues the pioneering legacy of the Springfield Armory with comprehensive and technical education in manufacturing, STEM, healthcare, business, social services, and the liberal arts. STCC's highly regarded workforce, certificate, degree, and transfer programs are the most affordable in Springfield and provide unequaled opportunity for the vitality of Western Massachusetts. Founded in 1967, the college – a designated Hispanic Serving Institution – seeks to close achievement gaps among students who traditionally face societal barriers. STCC supports students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Jim Danko, (413) 755-4812, jdanko@stcc.edu