Green Newton

Saturday, November 2 from 1pm-4pm (Rain date: November 3). Newton City Hall, War Memorial Circle (1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton). What will you do with your pumpkin after Halloween? You could put it in with your yard waste, but how much … Read More

Thanks to our members, partners and leadership on the City Council, Newton has a strong Electrification Ordinance.  The recently passed ordinance does not exempt gas hookups for stoves for new construction and major renovations, beginning January 1, 2026. Your advocacy … Read More

Sunday, April 21 from 12-4pm. Newton North High School (457 Walnut St., Newton). Bring your friends and family to the 3rd Annual Newton Earth Day Festival! Learn how to go green, live more sustainably, and save energy in your home … Read More

Wednesday, March 27 at 7pm. Online. Doug Sutherland is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Consultant who brings his experience as a summer camp professional to his work. Since his first camping trip in 1987, he has introduced countless students … Read More

Part-time Development and Outreach Coordinator About Green Newton Green Newton is a small – and growing – non-profit organization working to create sustainable solutions to environmental problems facing our city and our world, often in collaboration with city government, schools, … Read More

This winter, Green Newton School Connections and Newton Safe Routes to School are joining forces to remind drivers to turn off their engines if they are pulled over and stopping for more than 10 seconds, especially at schools, playing fields, … Read More

A terrific group of Newton environmentalists and community leaders gathered at our ⚡️Energized for Action Celebration, on Saturday, November 4. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect in a festive environment at Lasell University. Thanks to all who attended! If … Read More

The electric vehicle revolution is well underway, promising a greener, more sustainable future for the automotive industry. However, despite the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), several significant hurdles are obstructing their widespread adoption. At the forefront of these challenges … Read More

Starting November 1, Judy Lehrer Jacobs will be joining us as Green Newton’s first-ever Executive Director. Judy comes to us with a wealth of experience, and a true passion for the environment. She understands the urgency of the climate emergency, … Read More

When Halloween is done, here are some tips for a proper clean up: Candy wrappers are NOT recyclable. Enjoy your treat stash, then send the wrappers to the trash. When in doubt about an item’s recyclability, check RecyclingWorks Smart’s Recyclopedia … Read More