One of the highlights of the GreenEXPO is the EV Test Drive when visitors can go behind the wheels of an EV, take a drive around the block, and ask a dealer rep questions about the car–all without having to … Read More
Category Archives: Past Events
Governor Baker’s MBTA Control Board recently presented two proposals, including one that would raise some T fares by over 10%. The administration also declared that passes were separate than fares and could be raised by any amount… at any time. Here’s what you … Read More
In November, Newton’s Aldermen will be voting on an ordinance to limit the use of leaf blowers. There is a meeting of Aldermen scheduled on this issue at City Hall on Wednesday, October 21 at 7:45 p.m. Green Newton strongly supports … Read More
Working with Newton’s Energy Commission, Alderwoman Emily Norton has organized an informational session on “Municipal Aggregation,” whereby a county or municipality procures a competitive electricity supply for the entire community. In 2012 the City of Newton signed a 3-year contract … Read More
The Chamber’s Environment Committee is seeking nominations for its 2015 Green Business Awards Breakfast on Wed. May 6 at the Newton Marriott. To qualify, a business must be based in either Newton or Needham and either 1) made significant progress … Read More
A public meeting to discuss leaf blowers restrictions is scheduled to be held by the Programs and Services Committee of Newton’s Board of Aldermen on Wednesday, February 18 at 7:45 pm. in room 211 at City Hall. Green Decade’s Leaf … Read More
Auburndale Community Library Garden Club SPEAKER SERIES will begin on February 9, with award winning Newton Gardener Ashley Davidoff. Dr. Davidoff, a radiologist, will share his concept of developing a Unified Garden. Our garden, like our body, functions best as … Read More
Green Decade Newton supports the passage of the proposed Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance, on which the Board of Aldermen may vote at their meeting tonight (at a late hour) or at their next Board meeting. Residents who wish to send … Read More
The plastic bag ban proposal is finally coming to a full vote before the Board of Aldermen. Please consider writing a short letter in support of the ordinance to the City Clerk, David Olson at dolton@newtonma.gov, and he will forward your letter … Read More
Did you know that MassSave, the state program that you contribute to through your NStar electric bill offers mail-in rebates on high efficiency EnergyStar clothes dryers ($200), clothes washers ($75) and refrigerators/freezers ($75)? Time limited rebates are also available on … Read More
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