Pollinators play essential roles in our ecosystems but pollinator populations have been declining due to a combination of habitat loss, pesticide use, and parasitic mites. Their decline is also a loss for humans, as about a third of our food … Read More
According to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, about 30% of the waste that we throw into the household trash is food scraps. By separating those scraps out and composting them, our trash that goes to the incinerator is reduced … Read More
PFAS are a family of approximately 9,000 human-made chemicals that are effective at repelling grease, water, and stains, as well as combating certain types of fires. PFAS are in cookware, food packaging, stain resistant carpets and clothing, some cosmetics, outdoor … Read More
Drafty windows can account for to 10 to 25 percent of overall heat loss. Weather stripping and insulating around windows can help reduce energy losses, but if you have older, single-pane windows you may want to consider replacing them. Window … Read More
Welcome Home is a Newton nonprofit that strives to provide families experiencing hardship with basic household items they need to live with dignity. They collect and redistribute almost-new household items to dozens of people in need each month with no … Read More
Recently Green Newton offered a tip on how to stop receiving Globe Direct mailings. Now you can eliminate Valpak coupons too. Done!
Rather than contribute to the 4 million tons of waste generated during the holidays from store bought wrapping paper, consider upcycling alternatives like fabric, shoe boxes, paper bags, maps or calendar pages that you already have on hand. It’s a chance … Read More
Keep the health of our planet in mind this year when selecting gifts for your loved ones. Enjoyable experiences, special thrift shop finds, and up-cycled or home made goods can all be thoughtful choices, and better for the planet than … Read More
Supply chain delays may mean a four month wait for that new refrigerator, and it may also mean that the refrigerator is more expensive than it was a year ago. To ease the pain a little, be sure to check … Read More
If you have campaign yard signs, please leave them in place on your lawn (or put them where they can easily be found — like near the front door) for pick up by the candidates. They can use them again … Read More
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