Tip of the Week: Live With Less Plastic

With more plastic waste in the oceans than the size of Texas, it’s more important than ever to change our habits and eliminate as much plastic as we can from our lives. It’s a matter of changing our way of … Read More

Come Visit Green Newton’s Booth at the Newton Farmers Markets! 

Have fun, eat well, and learn about the environment! Come to the Farmers Markets and visit the Green Newton booth. Our nature activities for kids include interacting with colorful live caterpillars! And you’ll have an opportunity to get the best … Read More

Sign the Letter to the Mayor Supporting 40% Renewables as the Standard Option for Newton Power Choice

Newton Power Choice is going to be a group electricity purchasing program provided by the City of Newton for its residents and businesses.  Eversource will still deliver the electricity to our homes, however the city will select an electricity supplier for the community and it … Read More

Earlier Posts

Now Every Saturday is Re-Use-It Newton Day (a.k.a. Swap Day)–Volunteers Needed

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