Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC)
Nirasha Kumar serves as an Energy Advocate for the City of Framingham, focusing on increasing participation in the Mass Save Community First Partnership initiative and implementing targeted energy efficiency programs. In addition, Nirasha holds the position of Paulson-Frost Practitioner Fellow at Wellesley College, leading hands-on projects related to energy justice while engaging in group discussions. As a Climate Equity Advisor with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, Nirasha collaborates on climate preparedness efforts with local towns. Previously, Nirasha worked as a Climate Equity Community Liaison at MAPC, continuing efforts to boost community engagement in energy programs. Additionally, Nirasha is the founder and editor of MommyNiri.com, with extensive experience as a content creator and ambassador for various brands, including National Geographic Kids and Verizon Wireless.
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC)
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council is a regional planning agency serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston. Our mission is to promote smart growth and regional collaboration. We work toward sound municipal management, sustainable land use planning, protection of natural resources, efficient and affordable transportation, a diverse housing stock, public safety, economic development, an informed public, and equity and opportunity among people of all backgrounds. Our regional plan, “MetroFuture,” guides our work and engages the public in responsible stewardship of the region’s future. MAPC is governed by representatives from each city and town in our region, as well as gubernatorial appointees and designees of major public agencies. Each municipality in our region belongs to one of eight MAPC Subregions, led by an MAPC staff member and governed by appointees from each city and town.