Info on Washington Street Development Offered June 5-12

“Hello Washington Street” is the City of Newton’s initiative to plan proactively the future of Washington Street in a community-based process with residents, local businesses and City Councilors, with the help of the Principle Group, the planning firm under contract with the … Read More

Register Now for Tour de Newton 2018 Magical Mystery Tour + Bike Happy Kids on June 17

Plan Ahead for Father’s Day this year. On Sunday, June 17 starting at 9 am, join Bike Newton for a Newton tradition with a new twist. Registration is open for the Annual Tour de Newton 2018 Magical Mystery Tour + Bike Happy … Read More

GN Helps Out at Newton Serves 2018

Green Newton joined other volunteers on Sunday, April 29 to celebrate a day of service for Newton. Students for a Greener World(SGW) collected 150 pairs of used sneakers for repurposing and recycling, and Newton Energy $avers scooped ice cream at … Read More

Earlier Posts

Newton Power Choice Program Offers Bulk Buying of Electricity Known as “Aggregation”

Green Newton Highlights

Sign up for GN’s Green Lifestyle Course: 3 Short Sessions to More Sustainable Living and Lower Bills

In the Green Lifestyles course, participants will learn how to reduce their use of energy (at home and in transportation), water, waste and toxins, and be a more eco-friendly consumer. They will also discover new strategies for cutting their energy … 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.

• GN Recommended Lawncare Providers
• Newton Recycling Do's and Don'ts

Schools

GN School Connections

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 offers a setting for sharing experiences and ideas as well as support in facing challenges … Read More

GN Environmental Awards

Annual Awards to Leaders in Sustainability

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 at the May GN program at … Read More

Energy

Newton Energy Savers Program

Green Newton educates residents, business people, and public institutions about wise energy use, energy efficiency and renewable energy. We feature the following energy saving initiatives: If you haven’t had a Mass Save Home Energy Assessment within the past two years, … Read More