Wind Turbines, Solar Tours, Zip-lining at the Mass Energy Fest on July 23

Join Mass Energy, People’s Power & Light, and the Center for EcoTechnology on Sunday, July 23 for our annual adventures including a wind turbine tour, solar array tour, discounted zip-lining and rides on the Mountain Coaster at Berkshire East Mountain … Read More

GN Introduces ‘GN Marketplace’ – Finding New Homes for Usable Items

GN is introducing a new feature on our website and e-newsletter beginning this week – a place for residents in and around Newton to find a new home for their usable items. The goal of this board is to keep working … Read More

Free Neuton Cordless Electric Mower

Free Neuton Cordless Electric Mower in Good Condition (7/15) FREE Neuton Cordless Electric Mower (2008 receipt $488) in good condition. Mower is totally cordless, runs on charged battery. Battery & charger included. Also includes electric trimmer attachment, grass clipper bag, … Read More

Earlier Posts

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Green Newton Highlights

Green Newton Supports Washington Place: Why You Should Too

The Newton City Council will be voting on the permit and rezone for Washington Place at their meeting on Monday, June 19 at 7:45pm in the Council Chamber. Please read Green Newton’s Statement on Housing and send an email to the Newton City Council about the benefits of the proposed … Read More

Resources

Living Green

Do you have questions about how to live your day a little greener? Check out our Resources pages for answers to common questions.

School Outreach

Recycling and Waste Reduction in Our Schools

The School Outreach Committee brings parents and educators of Newton together to share ideas about promoting energy and resource conservation in Newton schools. Past projects implemented at schools include: Classroom and Cafeteria recycling and composting Zero Waste Days and Green … Read More

Healthy Environments

Healthy Environments

One of Green Newton’s missions is to protect people and the environment by promoting alternatives to toxic landscape chemicals and pesticides (i.e., herbicides, insecticides, rodenticides and fungicides) through public education campaigns and community action. community resource and clearinghouse for information, referrals … Read More