Nearly half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system (HVAC) can have a big effect on your utility bills — and your … Read More
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For the month of January, you can stock up on sustainable items through Green Newton’s favorite refillery Fulfilled Goods (612 Washington St Suite 2, Newton) and our local online retail partner Lochtree. Fulfilled Goods: Fulfilled Fridays – 10% off all … Read More
The continuing PFAS contamination crisis means that an estimated 200 million Americans across 2,800 communities may have water that contains unhealthy levels of these harmful “forever chemicals.” A home water filter can be a fantastic way to reduce the levels … Read More
Starbucks Coffee Company announced that starting January 3, 2024, customers at all company-operated and participating licensed Starbucks Stores across the U.S. and Canada can use their own clean personal cup when ordering in café, in the drive-thru or when ordering … Read More
57 Lincoln Kitchen (57 Lincoln St, Newton) has joined the family of restaurants in Newton offering reusable containers for take out orders. Just ask for a Recirclable container when you place your order and when you arrive to pick up … Read More
The science is clear. We all must phase out fossil fuels, the sooner the better, but no later than 2050. But there is no one path for us all on the journey to zero carbon. Each family’s situation is different … Read More
The City of Newton will be collecting Christmas trees for recycling through January 12. Place your un-decorated Christmas tree out to the curb by 7am on your collection day during this two week window. All decorations and lights must be … Read More
Vacation mode is a setting on your water heater that allows you to run at lower temperature than normal, saving energy and money. Typically, manufacturers set vacation mode to around 50°F, well below the temperature you need to for a … Read More
Millions of pounds of gift wrapping end up in landfills. A 1,300-year-old Japanese tradition offers another way. By Julia Sklar, Sierra Magazine December 5, 2023 The first Chanukah of the pandemic was different, but not for the reasons you might … Read More
Here are some tips for managing packaging waste after the holidays: Save wrapping paper, ribbons, and bows in good condition for reuse next year. Plastic bags, bubble wrap, air pillows, and packing peanuts are not recyclable by the city. Most … Read More
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