On July 16, the Massachusetts House and Senate enacted the final version of the Mosquito Control Reform bill and this week the Governor signed the bill into law. Proposed by Governor Baker in April, the original bill would have dramatically … Read More
Most cling wrap is made from polyvinyl chlorides (PVC), a flexible form of plastic used in a variety of consumer goods including plastic cling wrap. PVC releases dioxin–a toxin known to cause reproductive and developmental human health issues–during manufacture, use, … Read More
Eating meat and dairy products have a large impact on climate change, with livestock producing about 14.5 % of the world’s greenhouse gases each year. Scientists warn that the current system of production and pattern of consumption cannot be sustained, … Read More
Have you ever wondered about potential health impacts from radiation emitted by wireless devices? Watch the video of the Newton Free Library’s May 13 presentation of Generation Zapped available at this link. The presenters were Cecelia (Cece) Doucette, Technology Safety Educator … Read More
On Wednesday, May 27 at 7pm, SEL4Newton and Newton Public Schools will present an online discussion of “Parenting in the Time of Corona – How Parents Can Care for the Social-Emotional Needs of Their Children Now and in the Coming … Read More
Federal guidance and orders by most governors have identified “landscaping” as an essential activity that is permitted in spite of stay at home or shelter in place requirements. While some of the services provided by landscapers and exterminators may be … Read More
Many of the cleaning products that we use at home can be harmful when used incorrectly. For example, spraying Lysol on your skin or mixing cleaning products together can be hazardous to your health. Cleaning product chemicals are playing an … Read More
A recent report from Who’s Minding the Store? A Report Card on Retailer Actions to Eliminate Toxic Chemicals reveals that many of North America’s largest retail companies are embracing chemical safety policies to help protect consumers from toxic chemicals in … Read More
Autumn is time for fall foliage in New England. On Saturday, October 26 from 1-2pm, learn why leaves change color and drop off in October, and how climate change is altering the season. It might be possible to see beautiful … Read More
On Thursday, October 17 at 7pm at the Sierra Club Office (50 Federal St, 3rd Floor, Boston), learn how to eat a healthy plant-based diet based on whole grains, legumes, fruit, and vegetables, which can decrease your carbon footprint and … Read More
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