Friday, September 22 from 1-2pm. Online. This webinar by the Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) will focus on how the deployment of nuclear weapons would create disastrous effects on climate. In turn, climate change not only increases the likelihood of war … Read More
Sunday, September 17 from 1-4:30pm. New York City, NY. The United Nations is calling on world leaders to take real steps to lead us off fossil fuels to protect people and the planet. On September 20 in New York, the … Read More
Wednesday, September 13 from 7:30-9pm. Online. The meeting with Newton Legislators is an opportunity for both old and new members and other constituents to meet with Senator Cynthia Creem, Representative Kay Khan and Representative Ruth Balser. We will share legislative … Read More
Join the League of Women Voters for the three-part webinar series ‘What’s Up with Offshore Wind? Current Status – Future Plans – Getting It Done,’ as we take a deep dive into the Northeast’s offshore wind industry. Each session has … Read More
Thursday, September 7 from 7:30-9pm. Online. Given the severity of the climate crisis, is it time to take another look at nuclear power? This discussion hosted by Elders Climate Action will explore the question of whether next-generation nuclear power should … Read More
The wait is over! Massachusetts just announced three new changes to the state rebate program for electric cars, MOR-EV, that will make electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible to more people in Massachusetts. All three changes stem from last year’s climate … Read More
Please contact state legislators to advocate for the support of Electric New Buildings Statewide: An Act relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated buildings (H.3183 / S.2115). See the summary sheet. Sponsor: Representatives Khan and Livingstone, … Read More
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is seeking around 45 homes to participate in the second cohort of the Decarbonization Pathways Pilot. The pilot offers technical support and financial incentives to implement high-efficiency decarbonization measures. This is a great opportunity … Read More
On very hot days, there’s the highest demand for air conditioning that will lead to extra pollution. To fill the increased electric demand on peak days, the grid must turn on “peaker” power plants. Peaker power plants are often old, … Read More
Green Newton supports transitioning to clean heat for homes, schools, and other buildings. Some of the work to make that a reality is happening at the Massachusetts State House this summer. In July, there will be two legislative hearings at … Read More
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