We’re thrilled to announce that Green Newton was honored with the Community Engagement in Energy Award at Mass Clean Energy Week 2024 for “outstanding contributions to Massachusetts’ clean energy future.” Together, we are making a real difference, and this award … Read More
Monday, December 2 from 7-8pm. Online. This holiday season, want to waste less and celebrate more? Waste from holiday meals, gift giving and packaging can trash our holiday spirit and harm the environment. We throw away at least 25% more … Read More
Tuesday, December 3 from 12-1pm. Online. Many people are concerned about the performance of electric vehicles in winter. Electric vehicle (EV) performance does change in winter, but so does that of gas-powered cars. There are thousands of EV drivers who … Read More
Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm. Online. Ross Trethewey, P.E., M.Eng., and Building Engineer for This Old House and Ask This Old House, will talk about “Electrifying the Home – Where and When It Makes Sense.” Ross Trethewey is Principal of … Read More
Saturday, December 7 from 10am-3pm. Museum of Science (1 Science Pk, Boston). Are you interested in a green career or learning more about the industry? Join the Museum of Science for “Careers of Tomorrow,” an event focusing on equitable workforce … Read More
Honoring Native American Heritage Month, GBH, Vision Maker Media, and NOVA have released a collection of six short documentaries, Legacy of the Land, covering climate change in Native American communities. The first of its kind, the collection includes stories each … Read More
Once the beauty of autumn trees has passed and the leaves have fallen to the ground, it is time to take action to keep leaves out of the water systems. Homeowners and communities can mulch, compost, bag and dispose, and … Read More
Newton’s City Councilors are considering a proposal for a Building Emission Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) that would benefit our climate by dramatically reducing the amount of fossil fuels being used in the city. The Newton Zoning and Planning Committee … Read More
The City of Newton passed an ordinance earlier this year that aims to reduce single use plastic packaging, particularly from restaurants. Newton restaurants must comply with the following: All dishware/containers (larger than 4 oz) must be reusable, compostable, or recyclable … Read More
(November 14, 2024) The Massachusetts Legislature passed sweeping climate legislation to empower the state’s fight against climate change and accelerate progress towards the state’s goals of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. “This comprehensive climate bill includes a wide … Read More
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