Is Bigger Solar Better?

Is Bigger Solar Better? By Ellie Goldberg Advocate for healthy children, safe schools and sustainable communities. (www.healthy-kids.info) Wondering about installing a solar system? I’ve interviewed local homeowners to learn how and why they decided to go solar, how much it really … Read More

Now is the Time to JOIN or RENEW Green Newton

Support for Green Newton’s work helps to promote sustainable solutions to environmental problems facing our city, and beyond. Green Newton memberships enable us to advocate for environmental progress at both the city and state levels and take action to increase our City’s … Read More

Find Volunteer Opportunities at Congressman Kennedy’s Community Service Fair on December 8

Attend Congressman Kennedy’s 2018 Community Service Fair on Saturday, December 8 from 1-3pm in the War Memorial at Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton) . This event will bring together service organizations and local citizens who are interested in volunteering in the community. The … Read More

Earlier Posts

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Green Newton Highlights

Newton Goes Solar is Still Helping Homeowners Go Solar

Since April, our solar partners have signed eleven new contracts for solar home installations!  This is in addition to the program’s 48 installations that were completed in 2017.  Our purchase partner has been able to offer panels to the Green … 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
• Composting Services in Newton
• Newton Recycling Do's and Don'ts
• Composting FAQs ‎
• Energy Efficiency FAQs
• Organic Gardening FAQs
• Recycling FAQs
• Other Environmental Organizations

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