An estimated 150 million light sets are sold in America each year. Though beautiful on your house, tree or mantel, string lights don’t belong in your green recycling bin. They wrap around machinery at your local recycling facility, causing sorting … Read More
Monday, December 2 from 7-8pm. Online. This holiday season, want to waste less and celebrate more? Waste from holiday meals, gift giving and packaging can trash our holiday spirit and harm the environment. We throw away at least 25% more … Read More
The City of Newton passed an ordinance earlier this year that aims to reduce single use plastic packaging, particularly from restaurants. Newton restaurants must comply with the following: All dishware/containers (larger than 4 oz) must be reusable, compostable, or recyclable … Read More
Since 2022, the United Nations has been negotiating an international treaty on plastic pollution. It’s a big deal. And in just a few weeks, the fifth and final round of negotiations are set to conclude at INC-5 (Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee) … Read More
Wednesday, November 20 from 12-1pm. Online. Batteries are in everything these days. Not sure how to safely dispose of them? You’re not alone. Come learn from a Call2Recycle battery expert who will help you identify different types of batteries and … Read More
Tuesday, November 19 from 12-1pm. Online. Ever wonder what happens to all the excess food at grocery stores? Does it get trashed? Is it going to people in need? Join RecycleSmart MA as they explore the fascinating story of food … Read More
I love the Fulfilled Goods store – our local low-waste market – but worry about its future viability without more of our support. It has an amazing array of grocery staples – you can get as much or as little … Read More
With labels like “made from plants” and “biodegradable”, there are a lot of supposedly environmentally-friendly alternatives to plastic. But are they really any better? Test your knowledge with this short quiz from The Story of Stuff Project. Green Newton encourages … Read More
Saturday, October 26 (Meet between 9:30-10am). Hamilton Place in Newton. Volunteers are needed for the Friends of Hemlock Gorge 44th Annual Fall Cleanup. Please come and help preserve this scenic landmark in Newton. Volunteers will meet at Hamilton Place between … Read More
Saturday, October 19 from 11am-2pm. Boston Building Resources (100 Terrace St, Boston). There will be a variety of family-friendly activities: Free food and music A Fixit Clinic: bring broken items that need repair – Fixit coaches will be on hand … Read More
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