Do you buy necessities online or still have some holiday shopping to do? Do you want a marketplace that has sustainable products and uses eco-friendly shipping materials? If so, you may be interested in Lochtree, an online marketplace focused on … Read More
Place your un-decorated (natural) Christmas tree out to the curb by 7am on your collection day during the period from January 6-17. All decorations and lights must be removed and trees cannot be in a plastic bag. Greens from wreaths … Read More
Food waste has an enormous impact on society, the economy and the environment. Restaurants are sometimes left with perfectly usable surplus food that isn’t served, contributing to food waste. The Too Good to Go app connects users with local cafes … Read More
Wednesday, December 11 from 7-8pm. Druker Auditorium, Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton). Whether you’re idling at the starting line or ready to accelerate into the world of electric vehicles, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn … Read More
Saturday, December 14, 1-2:30pm. Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, (500 Walk Hill St., Mattapan). Bring in your unwanted clothes and discover new-to-you treasures. This is the perfect event for those who are looking for new clothes and/or who want … Read More
The Mass Save HEAT Loan Program provides the opportunity to apply for 0% loans to assist with the installation of qualified energy-efficient home improvements including: weatherization upgrades, pre-weatherization barriers (insulation or air-sealing), condensing boilers and furnaces, water heaters (oil, propane, … Read More
When selecting presents this holiday season, think quality and long term to items that will last. Reusable is great, avoid plastics when possible (including synthetic fiber clothing). In addition, enjoyable experiences, memberships, and subscriptions can all be thoughtful choices for … Read More
Saturday, December 7, 10am-2pm. Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton). Do you have a broken item in your home that you know you could fix with the right guidance? Fix-It Clinics empower you to fix your broken household items with … Read More
Monday, December 2 from 7-8pm. Online. This holiday season, want to waste less and celebrate more? Waste from holiday meals, gift giving and packaging can trash our holiday spirit and harm the environment. We throw away at least 25% more … Read More
In a Project Drawdown analysis of how the global community can reduce food waste to help avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change, it ranks reducing food waste as the #1 solution that would limit end-of-century warming to 2°C. … Read More
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