Drop in for Chocolate and an Induction Cooking Demo

Wednesday, November 13 from 3:30-5pm. Druker Auditorium, Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton). What’s the sweetest way to learn about induction cooking? Visit the Library and dip into melted chocolate to get a taste of how induction cooktops work! … Read More

Powering Newton’s Future: Come Learn About Community Networked Geothermal

Countryside Elementary School 191 Dedham Street, Newton Highlands, United States

Please join us for an enlightening evening exploring the future of sustainable energy in our community. Register on the form below. As part of Massachusetts Clean Energy Week, in partnership with State Renewable Energy, Green Newton presents a comprehensive look … Read More

‘Reducing Embodied Carbon: Case Studies & Community Insights’

Thursday, November 14 at 9am. Online. Embodied carbon in a building refers to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions resulting from the manufacturing, transportation, installation, maintenance, and disposal of building materials. Such construction activity annually accounts for 11-23% of all emissions globally. To … Read More

What Would it Take to Build 100% Affordable Housing in Newton?’

Tuesday, November 19 at 7pm. Congregation Dorshei Tzedek/Second Church (60 Highland St, West Newton) and Online. Affordable housing builder and advocate Jason Korb will explain the costs, considerations, and risks involved in this kind of development and offer suggestions for how Newton could become … Read More

‘Batteries are Everywhere! Handle With Care’

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 show … Read More