Monday, October 7 from 1-1pm. Online. The movement to codify ecocide, that is, the intentional (or negligent) mass destruction of an ecosystem, as an international crime is gaining traction, particularly in Europe and in nations disproportionately impacted by the effects … Read More
Thursday, October 10 at 7pm. Online. In New England, we prize our trees’ fall color — the reds, yellows, oranges, and purples. And starting in August, we notice how seedy our native plants become — falling nuts dent our cars; … Read More
Green Newton is seeking a part-time Volunteer Social Media Intern to help with expanding our outreach to the Newton community. We are looking for a dependable individual to use social media to connect to people who care about Newton’s environment … Read More
Monday, October 7 at 7pm. Online. Come learn how the Charles River Watershed Association’s Regional Tree Planting & Protection Plan helps us protect, maintain, and grow our tree canopy. The presentation details the significant role that mature trees play in … Read More
Wednesday, October 9 at 7 pm. Online. MetroWest Climate Solutions will host a webinar on the state of Massachusetts’ climate policy in light of the failure of the last legislative session to pass a climate bill. Massachusetts State Senator Michael … Read More
Wednesday, October 16 at 7:30pm (Doors open at 7pm). Coolidge Corner Theatre (290 Harvard Street, Brookline). Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility invites you to a special screening of “SOS – The San Onofre Syndrome: Nuclear Power’s Legacy” (97 min) … Read More
This is the time of year when leaves are falling and yards are filling up with them. Instead of collecting and hauling yard “debris” to the curb, it’s much better to leave the fallen leaves, branches, stems, and seed heads … Read More
The success of our event was made possible by the incredible efforts and support of so many in our community. We are immensely grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to Green Newton’s Environmental Leadership Celebration last week! A heartfelt … Read More
Jay Walter is an architect in Newton, who works to upgrade and remodel homes in the area. He commonly suggests home specific actions such as air sealing and insulation, or heat pump installation. He also suggests that people begin with … Read More
Tuesday, October 1 at 7pm. Wellesley Books (82 Central St., Wellesley). Co-Author Eve Driver will be speaking about her first book What We Can’t Burn: Friendship and Friction in the Fight for Our Energy Future. Eve, a journalist and climate … Read More
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