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
On Wednesday, April 6 at 7pm, join expert forager and author of Wild Plants I Have Known… and Eaten Russ Cohen. His webinar will feature at least two dozen species of native edible wild plants suitable for adding to your … Read More
Bring your friends and family to Newton’s own Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 24 from 1-4pm at the War Memorial Circle at Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton) for live music, petting zoo, face painting, green technology showcase, an EV expo, nature … 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
Many would likely be shocked and appalled to learn that only nine percent of the world’s plastic is recycled. Truly, the amount of plastic we use is horrifying. In the United States alone, we use 500 million straws daily. The … Read More
As induction stoves become more widely available, professional chefs are praising the capabilities of this clean electric technology. Check out the December 9 post on Vox.com, ” TikTok chef Jon Kung on why he prefers induction to gas stoves.” Induction … Read More
On Sunday, December 12 from 6-7pm, learn how to make healthy plant-based food with the Sierra Club MA Plant-based Planet Team! We’ll demonstrate how to make various plant-based dishes at home. Feel free to ask questions during this casual online … Read More
Green America’s chocolate scorecard included a few new brands that are leaders. This nonprofit organization “harnesses economic power—the strength of consumers, investors, businesses, and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society.” The scorecard’s ratings are based on … Read More
Maybe you’ve been thinking about induction cooking, but aren’t quite ready to take the leap. Now you can borrow an induction cooktop from the Newton Free Library, just like you’d borrow a book. The library’s package includes an induction cooktop, … Read More
Please join the Sierra Club Plant-based Planet Team for their October events. These events are free and open to the public. Our Sustainable Kitchen Cooking Class on Thursday, October 14 at 6:30pm Plant-based Cooking Demonstration on Sunday, October 24 at … Read More
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