Widespread adoption of heat pumps is essential to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and the important interim greenhouse gas reduction goals by 2030. However, for many households, high electricity costs remain a barrier to making the switch. To address this, … Read More
The “one big beautiful bill” that President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4 is set to upend many aspects of American life, including climate policy. The law, which Republicans backed en masse, not only derails the nation’s efforts … Read More
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed into law by President Trump, eliminates popular Federal clean energy tax credits years earlier than planned, reducing financial support for American households adopting clean energy projects. This is bad news, but the good news is … 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
The Climate Change Microgrant program supports Newton projects designed to address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Village Bank and the City of Newton are each contributing $2,500 to the program this year, as they have done in … Read More
Energy experts and leading developers and architects are increasingly paying attention to embodied carbon in buildings. Embodied carbon refers to the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions generated by burning fuels throughout a building’s life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal. … 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
Tuesday, July 22, 12:30pm. Online. Heat pumps are already the most efficient way to heat and cool a home, but outdated electric rates mean many Massachusetts heat pump owners are overpaying for the electricity they use. A new “heat pump-friendly” … Read More
On June 18, 2025, the Public Facilities Committee of the Newton City Council heard a proposal from National Grid and Eversource to collaborate with the City to work together to develop plans to eliminate gas pipes in Newton streets by … Read More
If you are in the market for a lawn care provider, landscaper, or a gardener, consider the companies on the list below. The following are landscapers who work in Newton and: understand and abide by Newton’s New Leaf Blower Ordinance use … Read More
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