From time to time, we highlight Grant opportunities that may be of interest. While not all energy related, these may be of value to your community. 

FY25-27 Accelerating Climate Resilience (ACR) Grants: MAPC is accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the FY25-27 Accelerating Climate Resilience (ACR) Grant program. For the first time ever, in addition to the 101 Greater Boston cities and towns, eligible lead applicants can also include entities and/or organizations that work in, and serve, the people of the MAPC region. Eligible organizations are defined as local 501(c)(3) community-based organizations (CBOs), tribes, and Indigenous communities. CBOs without 501(c)(3) status are encouraged to partner with their municipality to submit an application. EOI Submission Deadline: April 9, 2025. Schedule time to discuss with MAPC (March 24 – April 14, 2025) here. These office hours are to support interested communities and organizations with their project ideas.  If you are interested, please complete and submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) form and schedule a time to meet with MAPC. 

MVP Action Grant: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs is accepting proposals for its FY26 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Action Grant Program. The MVP Program helps communities in Massachusetts implement projects that help to prepare for climate change impacts. The FY26 program includes a dedicated funding set-aside for rural and small towns. Watch a recording of the recent informational webinar and apply by Friday, April 4, 2025, at 2 pm. 

MassDEP Micro-Grants: Applications for this year’s MassDEP Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grants open on April 15th. The deadline to apply is May 15, 2025. Micro-Grant awards range from $3,000 (min) to $10,000 (max) for projects that reduce waste through reuse, repair, donation, sharing, and/or rescue. Nonprofits, businesses, schools and colleges, regional authorities, and municipalities are all eligible to apply. MassDEP will host a virtual information session on April 1st from 10:00–11:00 a.m., which you can register for here. Questions may be submitted in writing to leah.kelleher@mass.gov between April 15th and April 29th. 

MA TechHubs: The Massachusetts TechHubs Program (MA TechHubs) is a place-based economic development initiative aimed at strengthening regional innovation ecosystems across the state. Through this program, awards will be made as MA TechHub designations and grant funding support to regions across Massachusetts to enhance their innovation capacity and increase their visibility as emerging or established centers of technological progress. Application deadline is Friday, March 28, 2025, at 5 p.m. View the information webinar recording here and learn more here. 

Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated—it starts with the basics. Imagine your digital life as a shiny new car. Without regular upkeep, it gets dusty, scratched, and eventually vulnerable to damage. The same goes for your online presence.

Here’s how you can keep your digital ride clean and protected:

1. Use Strong Passphrases
Think of strong passphrases as the soap that breaks down digital dirt. Use something like “H0|V|E_@n_ThE_R4Ng3” instead of “HomeOnTheRange123.”

2. Add Fake Security Answers
Hackers often guess security questions easily. Fake answers work like a tire scrub—targeting those weak spots with an added layer of protection.

3. Store with a Password Manager
A reliable password manager is like waxing your car. It not only stores your passphrases safely but also strengthens them and keeps them in top condition. Open-source managers that are vetted by the security community are best.

4. Let Your Manager Do the Work
Allow your password manager to generate strong, unique passwords for each website—think of this as cleaning your windows with glass cleaner for better visibility and safety.

5. Regular Maintenance
Just like your car needs tune-ups, your cybersecurity hygiene needs frequent checks. Make updating your passwords and reviewing your digital security a habit.

By sticking to these best practices, you’ll be well on your way to ensuring your digital world stays secure, shiny, and smooth—just like a freshly detailed car.

If you’d like to read Tyler’s complete article, find it here.

At Freedom Energy Logistics, we believe in staying connected with the communities we serve. This spring, our team is participating in a variety of local events across Massachusetts, engaging with partners and industry professionals to discuss energy challenges, solutions, and innovations.

Upcoming Events:

• Power Interruption Conference | March 26, Downtown Boston, MA

• Northeast Buildings & Facilities Management Expo (NEBFM) | April 9-10, DCU Center, Worcester, MA

• Worcester Business Energy Summit | Mid-May, Worcester, MA

• Northeast Emergency Power Conference | May 6-8, Springfield, MA

• New England Women in Energy and the Environment Annual Event | May 8, Boston, MA

If you plan to attend any of these events, we’d love to connect! Reach out to our team — we look forward to seeing you there.