Surprisingly, Massachusetts is one of the best places in the country to install a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system, due to solar-friendly policies, generous financial incentives, and the relatively high cost of electricity. This article offers ideas on issues that … Read More
Monthly Archives: April 2016
In celebration of Earth Day 2016, Green Newton is donating funds to the Newton Tree Conservancy to cover the cost of planting seven trees on Saturday, April 23rd at 8:30 a.m. along the street/park at Richardson Field on Beethoven Avenue … Read More
Join 350 Mass Newton at the Eliot Church of Newton (UCC 474 Centre St, Newton, Mass Pike Exit 17, near bus transportation) on Wednesday, April 13 from 7-9pm for a forum on carbon pricing in Massachusetts. This is your chance to … Read More
If you take your kids or grandkids for a very good meal at Johnny’s Luncheonette in Newton Centre, they are sure to be entertained by coloring in placemats featuring the “Newton Energy $aver” initiative on one side and “Recycling” information … Read More
A group of students from Boston College is conducting a research study that includes a survey on our community’s understanding and awareness of high pressure natural gas pipelines. They are asking your help in participating in this short, anonymous, 10 … Read More
The Environmental Voter Project (EVP) is a new Boston-based nonprofit that met with Green Newton board members in mid-March. Using cutting-edge techniques, EVP has identified 6,535 non-voting environmentalists in Newton plus an additional 2,452 environmentalists who aren’t even registered to vote. … Read More
Green Newton Board member, Ann Berwick, authored a most interesting article on wind energy (see link below) that appeared in the Boston Globe Sunday Magazine on March 27, 2016. It is about an energy bill that is expected to come … Read More
Newton Community Farm is now accepting applications for our high school intern program! Summer internships are unpaid opportunities for high school age youth to learn about organic and community farming in a fun, friendly environment. No experience is necessary; just a desire … Read More
Lawn pesticides are thought to be carcinogenic, especially in children and pets. They are banned in Canada for that reason. Green Newton recommends using safer alternatives, and other community leaders, including Councilor Vicki Danberg, are squarely on board for educating … Read More
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