Students for a Greener World (SGW) is a dedicated group of middle and high school students whose goal is to reach out to kids of all ages and to help them learn and practice environmentally friendly actions at home, school — and have fun doing it! Some of their projects include:
- Coordinating the Annual Environmental Art Contest for school aged kids
- Organizing Envirojam the Newton North High School rock concert to raise money for the environment
- Creating awareness campaigns to help Newton businesses increase recycling rates and decrease use of disposable water bottles
- Helping visitors at the Farmer’s Market Green Newton booth
Green Newton organizes an event on the Newton Centre green annually in October, bringing together sustainably focused business, community groups, and area residents for a day of fun and inspiration.
Students for a Greener World (SGW) is a dedicated group of middle and high school students whose goal is to reach out to kids of all ages and to help them learn and practice environmentally friendly actions at home, school … Read More
Green Newton is proud to sponsor a new solar initiative for 2017–Newton Goes Solar. We are here to answer your questions on home solar installations and to get you started on going solar–providing you with detailed information online, public information … Read More
If you haven’t had a Home Energy Assessment within the past two years, you can take advantage of the great incentives and savings. Green Newton’s partner Homeworks Energy is now offering VIRTUAL home energy assessments at no-cost and includes: Shipping … Read More
Since 2004, Green Newton has been awarding the Annual Green Newton Environmental Awards to individuals, community groups, and local businesses in recognition of their work in striving for a better environment. Awardees are announced each year in May at the … Read More
Green Newton leads a forum for Newton parents and teachers interested in promoting sustainability in the classroom and beyond. About once a month, the group meets to share experiences and ideas as well as support in facing challenges in implementing … Read More
Working with the City of Newton in 2015, Green Newton donated stickers with information on acceptable and unacceptable materials for recycling. Volunteers labeled 28,000 recycling bins around the city, helping residents better understand recycling procedures.
Green Newton’s Transportation Committee is working to reduce our carbon footprint, conserve natural resources, and create a more sustainable community by expanding Newton’s transportation options. We encourage walking, bicycling and transit use and want to reduce the number of Vehicle … Read More
Recently on Twitter
“Starting Monday, anyone age 13 and older can take a ride anywhere in Newton for just $2. In addition, service will now begin at 7 a.m. and run through 6:30 p.m., giving teachers and students a new way to get to school and activities.” #NewtonMA #mapoli https://twitter.com/NewtonMAPatch/status/1452704487169200129