In this episode, host Brian Hodgson talks with Ann Berwick, City of Newton Co-Director of Sustainability, about a variety of initiatives the city of Newton is driving, from building standards to recycling to clean energy. Green Newton Exchange is a periodic … Read More
Thursday, July 17, 5:30-6:30pm. Online. Join Community Action Works as panelists discuss the urgent issue of “forever chemicals” or PFAS. PFAS are linked to cancer and developmental problems. When they get into our drinking water, they threaten our health and … Read More
Plastic pollution impacts not only the environment, but also our health and wellbeing. Because companies do not have to pay for the cost of these impacts, plastics are often the cheapest options on the store shelf. As consumers, we have … Read More
Plastic Free July is an annual event that began in Western Australia in 2011 and has spread across the globe. It aims to raise awareness of the amount of plastic in our lives by encouraging people to reduce their reliance … Read More
Josh Morse has dedicated nearly two decades to maintaining and improving our public amenities, and reports to enjoy it deeply. After serving time in the Navy, he began working for the City of Newton during the construction of the new … Read More
In 2017, the Newton City Council passed a revised Leaf Blower Ordinance that bans all gas-powered leaf blowers from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and during that period, only one electric or battery-powered leaf blower per lot is allowed. The … Read More
A diner that has been adored by residents of Newton for 25 years, Johnny’s Luncheonette offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a bright atmosphere with retro decor. When the current owners, Kay and Kevin Masterson, took over in 2014, they … Read More
Use Plastic Free July as a time to rethink the everyday plastic products we use in our lives. Here are some easy suggestions for the bathroom: Try a toothbrush made of bamboo and silk dental floss that can be refilled … Read More
In this episode, host Brian Hodgson talks with Bob Persons, a volunteer energy coach for the City of Newton who worked in the past as both an energy efficiency and mechanical engineer. Hear tips on how to improve the efficiency … Read More
As temperatures climb in the summer months and air conditioners kick on, a heavy electric demand could mean the the power company needs to supplement with dirty ‘peaker’ power plants. Peaker power plants are often old, inefficient, and very expensive … Read More
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