Electric vehicles (EVs) are necessary in our transition to a zero-carbon world, plus they’re fun to drive. Green Energy Consumers’ Drive Green program has researched and pre-negotiated great deals on EVs in Massachusetts and Rhode Island for you (in addition … Read More
Category Archives: Energy Efficiency
Tuesday, February 27 at 12pm. Online. Considering upgrading your heating system? We’re here to answer any questions you might have about heat pumps: a super-efficient heating and cooling option. There are BIG rebates & incentives to install, too. Join this … Read More
If you are among the many homeowners who have older windows that are drafty in winter and lead to high fuel bills, indoor storm windows could be a solution for you. Indoor storms are relatively inexpensive, lightweight, easy to install … Read More
Thursday, February 8 at 7pm. Online. Right now, it’s not easy to get a hold of any vehicle, including electric vehicles, because of supply chain constraints. However, manufacturers have announced an exciting line-up of new electric cars that will be … Read More
Saturday, January 27, 1-3pm. Lawmarissa Rd., Waban (full address will be given upon registration). Catch up with old friends and meet new ones at Green Newton’s upcoming neighborhood house party. Learn how to reduce or eliminate gas and oil, find … Read More
As temperatures in the Boston area dipped down to the teens last week, it was a good time to think about how winter proof our homes are. It may be time to consider improving insulation and air sealing levels if … 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
The Newton North High School carpentry department is giving students the opportunity to learn the principles of high performance building construction. The project will engage around 30 students on technical, social and environmental levels as they construct a sustainably fabricated … 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
Ross Bloom is the founder of REVVIT, a Newton startup that seeks to make EV Level 1 charging more accessible to renters, condo owners, and small company employees. The concept of REVVIT is to create a simple and inexpensive way … Read More
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