Keep an eye out for MWRA’s mobile water fountain at Newton’s GreenEXPO and Harvest Fair on Sunday, October 14. The fountain provides free chilled drinking water to the public in MWRA service communities. Just bring your own bottle or cup … Read More
Category Archives: Water
Join the Newton England Aquarium for a screening and discussion of the film Chasing Coral on Thursday, September 20 from 6:30pm in the Simons IMAX® Theatre of the New England Aquarium (1 Central Wharf, Boston). The Peabody and Sundance Award-winning film … Read More
Let nature do the work as you grow your flowers, trees, shrubs, and/or vegetables. Sustainable gardening mirrors natural processes by recycling materials and minimizing energy use and waste. In this hands-on course, you’ll try out sustainable techniques in our instructor’s … Read More
According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), algae blooms are not only disgusting and smelly – the toxic microcystins they can produce also pose serious health risks. Swimming in lakes contaminated with toxic microcystins can cause vomiting, headaches and rashes. Long-term exposure … Read More
Help your garden beat the heat this summer! Make-your-own rain barrel adapter kits from the Rain Barrel Depot are available for $25 through July 31. Reserve your kit now on CRWA’s Eventbrite page! A recycled syrup drum courtesy of Coca … Read More
Join the New England Aquarium in its Simons IMAX® Theatre (1 Central Wharf Boston MA 02110) for the free presentation ‘The Omega Principle: Seafood and the Quest for a Long Life and a Healthier Planet’ on Thursday, July 19 at 7pm. Omega-3 fatty … Read More
Energy and Environment Report Card from the Environmental League of Massachusetts – Overall – Grade C This Report Card is designed to evaluate the Baker administration’s environmental and energy commitments and accomplishments. We prepare it annually in an effort to … Read More
Dan Ruben, Chairman of the Board for Green Newton, taught Green Newton’s Green Lifestyles course in the spring. In the 3 part course, participants learn how to reduce their use of energy (at home and in transportation), water, waste and toxins, … Read More
The Crystal Lake Conservancy and the Newton Parks and Recreation Department invite you to join Paddles & Picnics on Sunday, June 17 from 1:00-5:00pm (Rain Date: Sunday, June 24, 2018) at 20 Rogers St., Newton Highlands. Enjoy a lovely canoe, kayak or paddleboard ride on … Read More
In the Green Lifestyles course, participants will learn how to reduce their use of energy (at home and in transportation), water, waste and toxins, and be a more eco-friendly consumer. They will also discover new strategies for cutting their energy … Read More
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