This summer, Salem high school student Jessica Valatka got a chance to attend a weeklong summer program where she was introduced to the future of energy generation: offshore wind.

This summer, Salem high school student Jessica Valatka got a chance to attend a weeklong summer program where she was introduced to the future of energy generation: offshore wind.
The Offshore Wind (OSW) Fellow will support SAFE’s Outreach & Education efforts to engage with residents, partners, schools, and the city to bring about a just transition as our port is redeveloped.
Join us October 6, 7 pm, on Zoom Traducción al español disponible. This is our second in a series of free webinars introducing the community to job opportunities related to Salem's port and the coming offshore wind operations and maintenance yard. This one focuses on our students, the professionals who guide them, and community members … Continue reading Wind for Future Generations / Viento para las futura generaciones
Salem is requesting a home rule petition in order for the city to participate in the state's pilot program.
September 8 online event offers peak into future careers and jobs sparked by Salem port development.
by Kate Enderlin Kate Enderlin, a SAFE advisory board member, along with several other SAFE members, recently met with Representative Paul Tucker to discuss environmental issues. Kate offered her perspective on the environment and the economy. Rep. Tucker found her remarks so insightful, he suggested she publish them — and that’s what we’re doing. I … Continue reading Why supporting sustainability is good for the economy
Salem Film Festival begins March 24. The hybrid event allows for in-person or virtual viewing.
Watch a video of the February 3 presentation from Avangrid Renewables to learn more about the new wind port in Salem.
SAFE hosts February 3 Community Forum with Avangrid Renewables CEO Bill White.
Starting in 2018, Salem's recycling contamination rate has dropped each year--from 28% to 14.8% to 8.9% and, finally in 2021, to 8.3%.