Living Green

Energy Audit Program Launching This Fall

This October, Green Needham, Needham Opportunities Inc. and Olin College have partnered to launch a home energy audit program. Trained Olin students will perform free energy audits on select homes in the Needham community. A home energy audit is the

Expanded Bottle Bill ready for Senate vote

With its first update since 1982 on the horizon, an expanded Massachusetts Bottle Bill is ready for Senate vote, promising to increase recycling success in the Commonwealth if passed.

#5 Plastics Recycled at Whole Foods

Needham only recycles #1,2, and 3 plastics. I hate throwing away my yogurt containers and was happy to discover that Dedham’s new Whole Foods Market is participating in the “Gimme5” program. The first time I brought my #5’s, I didn’t

Updated Energy Star ratings for Televisions

Increased energy efficiency is finally coming to electronic devices in your home. As of May 1st, 2010, it became harder for TV manufacturers to earn an Energy Star label, which also meant it became easier for consumers to shop for

Part 1: 10% Challenge Success Stories

Green Needham member takes 10% Challenge, finds new motivation and needed support to make dream of greener home a reality. As the first in this series of success stories, Bill Okerman’s experience resonates with those who have the firm desire

Killawatt EZ Usage and Tips

Green Needham Collaborative and NSTAR have donated two Kill-a-Watt EZ meters to the Needham Public Library for loan to library patrons. These handy devices allow you to measure the energy used by the appliances and other electric and electronic devices