Is tomorrow trash day? Can you put used paper napkins and tissues in the recycling bin? (The answer is no, they go in the trash.) The handy phone app Recycle Right Newton will get you the answers and more. Created … Read More
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There’s no room for snow or rain in the recycling bin! Moisture can ruin otherwise recyclable paper and cardboard. Keep your recycling dry by keeping the lid on your bin or leave it in a covered area until it’s ready … Read More
Most people do not realize that all laundry detergent pods (and a newer format, dissolvable sheets), are made from a petroleum-based plastic called Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA or PVOH). While this film dissolves, it does not disappear or readily biodegrade. Research … Read More
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
Have you made the switch to heating with a heat pump? If you use a heat pump as your main source of heating your whole home, you can take advantage of the cheaper A4 residential electricity delivery rate through Eversource. … 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
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
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
Enjoyable experiences, memberships, and subscriptions can all be thoughtful choices for gift giving, and better for the planet than buying new material goods. Some ideas: Membership to the Appalachian Mountain Club, Mass Audubon, or the Trustees which provide access to … Read More
We all realize that water is a precious resource that we should not waste, but one of the most disastrous ways to waste water in the home is through water leaks. These can happen any time, most often due to … Read More
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