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SUMMARY:How Toronto is Leading on Embodied Carbon Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Since 2023\, Toronto has led the continent with a simple yet powerful standard in new construction. Their Green Standard has limited the embodied carbon intensity (ECI) in all new municipal buildings. What can climate advocates learn from the “Toronto approach” and how can it inform policy in Massachusetts? \nJoin Mass Climate Action Network (MCAN) for a virtual presentation by Ryan Zizzo on an overview of Toronto embodied carbon policy\, how it came to be\, and tips for future policy development. Program with Q&A for the first hour\, then open discussion until 1:30. \nRyan Zizzo is the Founder and CEO of Mantle Climate\, a Toronto-based consultancy focused on climate-smart infrastructure and buildings. His work directly supported an embodied carbon update to the Toronto Green Standard. \nRSVP
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/how-toronto-is-leading-on-embodied-carbon-reduction/
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SUMMARY:How Massachusetts Can Lower Energy Bills By Cutting Corporate Giveaways
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder why Massachusetts has such high energy bills and what the state can do about it? In this webinar\, Policy Advocate Carrie Katan and Executive Director Larry Chretien will explain how utilities’ incentive to overspend\, a gas importer’s stranglehold over the state\, and outdated subsidies all drive up costs. We will also discuss how the Senate’s upcoming energy bill is a chance to tackle these issues. (Note: This webinar is being offered on May 12 and May 20.) \nRegister for May 20
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/how-massachusetts-can-lower-energy-bills-by-cutting-corporate-giveaways-2/
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SUMMARY:Little Bugs in the Big City: Urban Pollinator Habitat Gardening
DESCRIPTION:With urban real estate at such a premium\, how do our smallest neighbors – especially pollinating insects – make their way? What can we do to help them survive and thrive? In the concrete jungle\, is it worth it to even try? Over two decades\, speaker Chris Kreussling has transformed a barren conventional landscape into a vibrant example of urban gardening for biodiversity. Using their garden as an example\, they will review some typical challenges for urban gardeners and explain how to find and create habitat opportunities in city gardens.  \nChris Kreussling (Flatbush Gardener)\, a New York Master Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide\, has gardened in NYC for 45 years. In their current small Brooklyn garden\, they grow over 150 NYC-native plant species\, and documented over 500 insect species. \nRegister
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/little-bugs-in-the-big-city-urban-pollinator-habitat-gardening/
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CATEGORIES:Newsletter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T160000
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SUMMARY:Pizza + Drinks: See a Next-Gen Heat Pump Water Heater in a Newton Home
DESCRIPTION:Curious about newer\, more efficient options for heating water at home? \nJoin neighbors for a casual\, drop-in pizza gathering at a Newton home and see a next-generation heat pump water heater in action. The homeowner recently installed the system and will share their experience\, and a couple members of the Reservoir team will be there to answer questions if helpful. \nThis is an informal\, come-and-go event – stop by anytime\, grab a slice\, and take a look. No presentation\, just a chance to see how this kind of system works in a real home and connect with others interested in practical ways to reduce energy use. \nLocation: Newton (address shared upon RSVP)\nTime: 4-6pm\nDate: Thursday\, May 28\nContact: contact Jack@reservoirhome.com with questions / rsvp
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/reservoir-water-heater/
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SUMMARY:You're Invited to the Green School Connections Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Do you care about reducing school waste and supporting a more sustainable school community? \nJoin us to learn what’s underway and how you can be part of it. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. You can also register for the June 1 meeting at the same link. \nSign Up for the Meetings
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/school-connections-mtg/2026-06-01/
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SUMMARY:Learnings from Initial Restoration Efforts in Newton’s Central and Largest Park
DESCRIPTION:Climate change can already feel overwhelming\, and now we have a biodiversity crisis\, too? \nCan local conservation in our own parks and yards make a real difference in protecting wildlife\, strengthening forest health\, slowing climate change\, and improving nature’s ability to adapt? Using Cold Spring Park restoration efforts as a case study\, we will highlight what we are learning from new and ongoing projects to restore native ecosystems and avoid catastrophic ecological tipping points. \nJoin us to learn why acting locally matters\, what’s working\, how you can apply this information in your own yard\, and how we can create a model for building community to ensure healthy and vibrant natural areas for our wildlife\, ourselves\, and future generations. This webinar will feature three presenters: \n\nAlan Nogee\, President of Friends of Cold Spring Park and Newton Conservators Board Member\nZach Shein\, who has worked with Parterre Ecological and the Arnold Arboretum and did much of the research for the Natural Resource and Biodiversity Management Plan\nDr. Jon Regosin\, former Deputy Director of Massachusetts Fish & Wildlife and Newton Conservators’ Board Member\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Webinars@newtonconservators.org. \nRegister
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/learnings-from-initial-restoration-efforts-in-newtons-central-and-largest-park/
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SUMMARY:Energy Help Office Hours at Newton Free Library
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday June 9\, 2026 \n3pm–5pm \nNewton Free Library\n330 Homer Street\, Newton\nRoom A \n\nJoin the City of Newton’s Climate Action Coordinator and Green Newton’s Energy Advocate for drop-in energy office hours. If you have questions about your energy bills\, heating and cooling options\, available assistance programs\, or electrification\, we can provide one-on-one help in a friendly setting. Residents and local businesses can bring their energy bill for an optional review to learn about ways to reduce costs. \n\n\nNo technical knowledge is needed\, and there is no pressure to sign up for anything. Drop in anytime between 3pm and 5pm and meet us at Room A across from the Drucker auditorium to get personalized guidance\, ask questions\, and connect with trusted local resources. This event is hosted by the City of Newton Climate & Sustainability Team\, Green Newton\, and Newton Free Library. \nThis event takes place on the second Tuesday of April\, May\, and June\, with different start times each month.
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/energy-office-hours-june/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library\, 330 Homer St\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
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SUMMARY:'The Problem With Plastic' Book Talk with Author Judith Enck
DESCRIPTION:Join Judith Enck\, president of Beyond Plastics and David Abel\, award-winning Boston Globe reporter\, for a free talk about the new book\, The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It’s Too Late. \nRSVP
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/the-problem-with-plastic-book-talk-with-author-judith-enck/
LOCATION:Brookline Booksmith\, 279 Harvard Street\, Brookline\, MA
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SUMMARY:Waterfest at the Metropolitan Waterworks Museum
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about local and global water conservation and technology\, all while enjoying fun\, family-friendly games\, crafts\, and other activities. Mothers Out Front and ProtectNewtonTrees will present demonstrations on how to measure and calculate the climate benefits of trees\, especially their significant role in regulating the water cycle and the quality and quantity of water. Mothers Out Front will be tabling along with local water\, STEM\, and history organizations for a celebration of all things water. \nRegister
URL:https://greennewton.org/event/waterfest-at-the-metropolitan-waterworks-museum/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Waterworks Museum\, 2450 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA
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