Posted inEconomy

Will remote work help solve our traffic woes?

COULD BUSINESSES’ EXPERIENCE with social-distancing help relieve traffic congestion in cities like Boston? These days, employees of many companies are learning to use remote meeting software like Google Hangout, Zoom, and Skype to conduct business. When the COVID-19 emergency mercifully ends, some businesses may decide to put their newly-gained telecommuting experience to continued use. Working […]

Posted inEnvironment

House aims to pass Greenworks bill this summer

GOV. CHARLIE BAKER’S bill to fund climate change adaptation would allow the state to assist private property owners and it includes a revenue source – two features that are not included in the so-called Greenworks bill backed by House Speaker Robert DeLeo, which is on track for a floor vote in the next couple months. […]