Beyond Gas

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Our Goal

Mothers Out Front of Concord is working to move our community beyond methane gas – a fossil fuel that threatens the stability of our climate and pollutes our air.  We do this by:

• Raising awareness about the prevalence and danger of methane gas leaks
• Teaching Concord residents about alternatives to natural gas for heating & cooking
• Working with local leaders to incentivize building electrification
• Pushing for state legislation which accelerates a transition off of natural gas

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Gas Leaks in Concord

Gas leaks pollute our air, endanger residents, kill shade trees, cost ratepayers money, and contribute to climate change. Natural gas leaks reported by utilities in Massachusetts were responsible for an estimated 6,734 metric tons of methane emissions in 2021. Utilities charge ratepayers for the methane that leaks out of their distribution system. As a result, Massachusetts ratepayers handed over an estimated $6.9 million to cover the cost of leaked gas in 2021.

Last year, utilities reported 141 open leaks and 31 repaired leaks in the Town of Concord. These leaks were responsible for 50.4 metric tons of methane emissions, equivalent to 4,335 metric tons of carbon dioxide, or $51,312 of leaked gas (at residential rate).

Source: HEET Annual Gas Leaks Map 2021