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Melissa Hoffer
Coverage of Melissa Hoffer in the Nexus archive.
- A climate chief in an era of Trump and energy affordability: Does Melissa Hoffer still get a say?
Melissa Hoffer, Massachusetts' first state climate chief, leads Governor Maura Healey’s climate agenda but faces challenges including rising energy costs and policy shifts under President Trump. Her role involves coordinating state agencies to advance climate initiatives, though progress is hindered by stalled projects and voter concerns over utility bills.