The wildfires in Australia, and the flooding of Indonesia and Venice are examples of tragic climate events that have raised alarm bells across the globe. Climate change is here in real time and will feed an increasing number of devastating, … Read More
The Boston Globe recently covered the November 19 open meeting of Green Newton where about 80 people from the Newton community came together to discuss how they can take action against the looming climate crisis. You can read the article … Read More
Transportation is the leading cause of greenhouse gases in Massachusetts. The majority of emissions come from personal cars and trucks. Recently Green Newton adopted four principles to lower transportation’s greenhouse gas emissions. Here are some thoughts on how these principles … Read More
Transportation is the biggest greenhouse gas emitter in Newton and around the world. Buying an all-electric personal vehicle (EV) is a relatively easy and effective way to reduce your transportation emissions and to help Newton achieve its climate goals of … Read More
If you were unable to attend Green Newton’s Open Meeting at City Hall in November, you are still welcome to participate in our activities. Around 80 like-minded attendees gathered together at our first meeting to make a commitment to do … Read More
Newton City Council voted 17-7 on Monday, December 2 to grant a special permit to Northland Development Project. This is good news! The Northland Development project has been endorsed by Green Newton for it’s commitment to some of the most … Read More
The Newton City Council unanimously approved the Climate Action Plan on November 18, 2019. It is a plan that commits the City to strategies that will significantly decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over the next five years. Written by City … Read More
The city council will vote whether to approve the Northland project on Monday, December 2. The development at the corner of Needham and Oak Streets is the largest in Newton’s history. Fourteen buildings, from three to eight stories, will span … Read More
Whether you’re in the market for a new car now or you’re just curious about the technology, join The Green Energy Consumers Alliance for an introductory Electric Vehicles 101 webinar on Tuesday, December 3 to learn everything you need to … Read More
The GreenEXPO, which takes place alongside the Harvest Fair in the Newton Center parking lot on Sunday, October 20 from 10am-4:30pm, aims to make living green easier with renewable energy options, sustainable home products, and much more. Kids will have … Read More
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