PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Climate activists are demanding that top polluters pay for their impact on the environment.
In late September, community members and elected officials gathered at the Westside Riverway Park for a “Bridges to the Future” event, featuring state Sen. Paul Mark, state Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier, and grassroots organizations from across the region.
“We’re here to meet and learn about the awesome work that incredible change makers in this community are already doing to not only educate community members about the impacts of climate change, but are also doing the necessary work on the ground to help keep our communities safe from what is currently happening and what will only get worse,” said Rachael Boyce, co-lead of the Massachusetts Make Polluter’s Pay campaign…