Green Needham Collaborative is a volunteer organization dedicated to securing a better future through local action. Partnering with community groups, businesses, town government, local schools, colleges, and houses of worship, we work to reduce carbon emissions and promote the wise use of resources.
Recent News and Updates
Neighbor Spotlight: The woman who plants trees
This “Neighbor Spotlight” is one of a series about ordinary people in Needham doing extraordinary things to be a better neighbor to planet Earth. Please be inspired! Around the world, people who plant trees are celebrated. In the US there...Read More »
Green Tips: Bring Your Own Shopping Bags
Learn to Live More Sustainably – One Step at-a-time It may not seem like a big deal, but single-use bags have a significant, negative impact on the environment. Check out these stats on what American households use every year: 100 billion...Read More »
Select Board to discuss installation options for LED streetlight project on June 12th
At their June 12th meeting, the Select Board will be presented with and discuss a range of installation options for the LED streetlight project approved by Town Meeting last month. Our January 19th article, Needham streets may soon be illuminated...Read More »
A Pleasant Summer Surprise from the MBTA
It’s a bargain! The new $10 summer weekend pass on the commuter rail is now in effect and will let you avoid the hassle of driving and the expense of parking in the city. In May the MBTA announced a...Read More »
Green Tips: Choose LED Lighting and Save
Learn to Live More Sustainably – One Step at-a-time Massachusetts Electric utilities, including Eversource, Needham’s utility, have partnered with local hardware stores to make it easier for customers to get Mass Save rebates* when purchasing energy-saving LED light bulbs. Customers...Read More »