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LexCAN is a Lexington-local climate action and advocacy group. We work with partners and collaborators for meaningful change. Join our movement!

Lexington banned Natural Gas and Housing Boomed Anyway

Canary Media has highlighted Lexington as an example of a town that has continued to produce housing, including affordable housing, after passing strict environmental standards on new buildings.

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Helping Residents Electrify Everything

LexCAN works closely with the Town of Lexington's sustainability team to create programs like Clean Heat Lexington.

Reducing Waste and Protecting Ecosystems

We work closely with many local partners like LexZeroWaste, Lexington Living Landscapes, and many more organizations for maximum impact.

Advocating for Policy Change

LexCAN has helped turn climate ideas into town bylaws — including the nation’s first gas-powered leaf blower ban and a law banning fossil fuels in new home construction. Advocacy isn’t just talk.

Trusted by local climate leaders

Bill McKibben, Senator Mike Barrett,  Kerry Emanuel, and Maggie Peard share their support for LexCAN

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Next Event

Learning or Rediscovering the MBTA

June 18th 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Has it been a while since you took the T? Not sure what to do or how it can help you? Join us for Rediscovering the T, a presentation about using the MBTA. Whether you want to expand your options or are planning retirement from driving, this session is for you!

Topics include how to apply for a reduced fare or Senior CharlieCard, paying one’s fare, accessibility of vehicles and stations, trip planning, asking for help, and more. There will also be a full-size MBTA bus so you can practice in a no-pressure setting! Information about other transportation options, including The RIDE, will also be available.

Upcoming Events
Bald Eagle Day Lexington

Jun 19th @ 9:00 am

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event

Jun 20th @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Metropolitan Waterworks Museum: Waterfest 2026

Jun 20th @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Climate Conversations

Vote YES on Tuesday, June 16 to cut down a third of Lexington’s household trash

  Voting YES is a climate action to reduce trash. YES means the town will still collect one free bin of trash per household weekly and may charge a reasonable fee for trash in excess of one bin. According to […]

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Bridging the Gap to Clean Energy with Lexington HeatSmart for Chinese Speakers

Lexington is leading the way in clean energy, but technical jargon and complex incentive programs can often create barriers to adoption. To ensure all our neighbors can access clean energy incentives, LexCAN has launched Lexington HeatSmart for Chinese Speakers. What is […]

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Climate Book Club: From Wasteland to Wonder

LexCAN is pleased to co-sponsor a new “Climate Book Club” in partnership with Cary Library.  April 6th 7:00-8:30 PM Cary Library, Large Meeting Room  1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington  This April we will be discussing “From Wasteland to WONDER: Easy Ways We […]

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