Can you recommend an outstanding local green businesses or product? The Newton Needham Chamber’s Environment Committee is planning its Spring Business Breakfast May 4 at the Needham Sheraton and is looking for your nominations for the annual Green Business Awards. To qualify, a … Read More
Monthly Archives: February 2017
A large group of scientists and allies gathered in Boston on February 19 to protest against the Trump administration’s efforts to discredit science and climate research, and dismantle key scientific institutions within the government. This drumbeat will continue toward the … Read More
Recently, Synapse Energy Economics released a study looking at the need for a new gas pipeline project (Spectra Energy’s Access Northeast pipeline). The study concludes that this project is likely to be twice as expensive as previously proposed ($6b v. $3b), and … Read More
The Echo Bridge, an architectural masterpiece, is most appreciated for serving pedestrians and cyclists enjoying the Hemlock Gorge park, commuting to the Green Line and by-passing busy streets. Last fall, Newton and Needham residents formed the Echo Bridge Railing Committee to focus … Read More
The fact that Watershed Protection Lands are critical to providing clean drinking water to 2.5 million Massachusetts residents cannot be disputed. Please call (617-626-4990) or send an email to Commissioner Leo Roy at the Department of Conservation and Recreation (leo.roy@massmail.state.ma.us) to tell him: … Read More
Two weeks ago, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved a key certificate for the Atlantic Bridge project, a stepping stone for Spectra Energy to pump unnecessary fracked gas north. Please contact Governor Baker today to urge him to deny a key state permit … Read More
2020Action.org aims to empower people to take action on environmental issues in just 20 minutes a month. It’s monthly action ‘cards’ help people get informed on important issues and present the resources to take quick political action. GN will publish these monthly … Read More
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