Studio HPDC’s High Performance Building for Carpenters training course teaches carpenters how to apply fundamental building skills to high-performance construction projects. Participants will learn high-performance essentials through building science lessons, hands-on practice with mock-up assemblies, and project management training. Information … Read More
There has been a lot of talk in the news lately about the health hazards of gas stoves. Not only does cooking with gas generate methane, there can be particulates in the gas that reduce your indoor air quality. If … Read More
Did you miss the December 11 presentation co-sponsored by Green Newton, the Electric Vehicle Task Force, and the Newton Free Library? Watch the video to learn all about EV charging in Newton, including practical tips, available resources, and how to … Read More
Sustainable Street Tour Volunteer Opportunities Inspire your neighbors. Spark conversations. Drive change. What is a Sustainable Street Tour? Adopting green technologies is a behavior change challenge, but seeing others like us make sustainable choices can motivate action. Research shows that … Read More
Are you passionate about protecting Newton’s environment and combating climate change on a local level? Green Newton is looking for a talented and creative Volunteer Video Marketing Specialist to help capture and share the impact of our work. See the … Read More
Tuesday, January 14, 7 – 8:30pm. Baramor (45 Union Street, Newton Centre). Last month, after more than three years of dedication and collaboration among Newton’s Sustainability staff and city leaders, Newton Citizens Commission on Energy, environmental advocates, and local businesses, … Read More
Wednesday, January 15, multiple sessions. Wayland Town Building, Large Meeting Room (41 Cochituate Rd., Wayland). Local native plant gardeners Shelley Trucksis and Jean Milburn will make a presentation about local native plants and their role in preserving our ecosystem. Sowing … Read More
Are you interested in reducing waste in Newton? Or promoting composting? Would you like a voice in what happens in the city? The Newton Sustainable Materials Management Commission (SMMC) is seeking two new members and would like to invite interested … Read More
Thursday, January 16, 6:30-8:30pm. The Public Library of Brookline, Brookline Village Library (361 Washington Street Brookline). Learn about the dangers lurking in everyday plastics and how they affect our well-being. Discover what steps Brookline is taking to address this issue. … Read More
Tuesday, January 21, 6:30pm. In-person at the Newton Education Center, Conference Room 111, (100 Walnut St., Newton) and online. In a few months, the City of Newton will break ground on two green infrastructure projects to promote infiltration and reduce … Read More
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