Paying online is not only quick and convenient, but receiving your statements online benefits the environment. Information found on http://www.50waystohelp.com/ says, “If every US household received electronic statements, then we could save 18.5 million trees, 2.2 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases 1.7 … Read More
Monthly Archives: May 2017
Since 2004, Green Newton has been recognizing individuals, community groups, and local businesses for their work in striving for a better environment in and around Newton. This year’s awards were announced at the Newton Free Library on May 22. Award to a … Read More
Any Newton resident who has a MassSave energy upgrade (e.g. home weatherization, insulation, air sealing, new boiler. etc.) in June will be entered into a drawing for a $250 Cabot’s gift card, compliments of Cabot’s Ice Cream & Restaurant and Able Home … Read More
With gratitude for her ongoing leadership and commitment to public health, Senator Cynthia Creem received Clean Water Action’s 2017 Legislative Champion award at CWA’s annual Spring for Water Celebration, May 16. “Senator Cynthia Creem is a trailblazer and warrior fighting … Read More
Feed the chickens, harvest produce and learn what it takes to grow food sustainably, all right here in Newton at the Newton Community Farm. Indulge your senses, feed your curiosity and enjoy nature’s wonders. NCF has programs for toddlers through high school starting in … Read More
Most public schools provide students with the textbooks that they need. However, at the college level, printed textbooks are purchased, and can cost up to several hundred dollars each. If you or your child is a college student, you … Read More
We are close to 100 pairs! Students for a Greener World collected sneakers for recycling and reuse during NewtonSERVES on Sunday, April 30 at Newton City Hall. This was our third year with this project, inspired by Cabot Elementary’s Green Team, and … Read More
Here’s info about two compost pick-up services… City Compost provides a food scrap collection service for composting at $5/week for residential customers. All types of food can be accepted, material is processed independently to eliminate risk of contamination from other generators. Then the organic … Read More
The following is a post originally printed in the Sustainable Wellesley E-newsletter. It has been brought to our attention that some “Big Stores” (like Home Depot) have been selling Milkweed plants that have been treated with systemic Neonicotinoids, which are poisonous … Read More
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