It is easy to advocate for more renewable energy and more green jobs. But increasing the Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS)? Although that may sound complicated and technical, it’s actually a crucial issue which is not hard to understand. Mass Energy
Why solar? Why now?
Where’s Solar in Needham? Click to see a larger version of this map With over 350 solar PV systems installed on homes in Needham, many residents who hadn’t previously thought about solar are noticing. They see the benefits their neighbors
“Solar 101 – Now is the time!” workshop on June 7th
Thinking about going solar? Join us for an informational session – it may be easier than you think! More than 350 Needham residents have installed solar PV systems. Come learn about the benefits of installing solar on your roof at
Join Us in Promoting Solar
Green Needham’s Solar Team is planning to greet spring with a renewed push on bringing more solar installations to Needham and beyond. We’ve had some lively discussions via phone and email over the past few months and will be holding
Needham receives 2016 Massachusetts Leading by Example award with a focus on solar energy
The Town of Needham was one of two communities statewide recognized with a Leading by Example award at a State House Ceremony on Thursday, December 8th. Our success with Solar PV – the 3.5 MW installation at the RTS and
House Members Support Solar
Thank you, Denise! Green Needham is pleased to see that Representative Denise Garlick was among those House members who signed a crucial letter in support of the Massachusetts solar industry. Initiated by Representatives Cory Atkins and James O’Day, the letter
Needham Talks about Solar
There was a lot to say about solar at Green Needham’s “Let’s Talk About Solar” program on March 15th. Almost 50 people came to Broadmeadow School and learned about the new solar project at the RTS, as well as other
Let’s Talk About Solar: The RTS and Beyond
This coming Tuesday, March 15th, Green Needham is sponsoring an informational session on the solar project at the Needham RTS, as well as projects at homes and institutions around Town. at 7:30 pm at the Broadmeadow School’s auditorium. Come hear
Upcoming Needham Adult Education Program: Zero Energy Home
Sign up now for Needham Adult Education’s upcoming program on a Zero Net Energy Home. On March 15, 7-8:30 pm, in Needham High School, Room 206, Needham Adult Education invites you to learn about the design and construction of a zero net energy
“Living Green in Needham” Now Includes New “Greening Your Electricity” Section
How can all of us, as electric customers, support renewable energy? Living Green in Needham, an online compendium of information on living sustainably in our town, now features a new section: Greening Your Electricity. Perhaps you are considering solar panels,
Call for Volunteers to Help at the Sustainable Living Festival on May 16th!
On Saturday, May 16th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Green Needham and Sustainable Wellesley are co-sponsoring a Sustainable Living Festival. Are you available for two hours on Sat. May 16th between 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m? Do you want
“GREENING YOUR ELECTRICITY” Program
We all know that renewable energy is our hope for the future, but how can we, as individuals, accelerate the urgently-needed transition to clean energy? On Monday, March 2nd, Green Needham presented their “Greening Your Electricity” program at the Needham
Solarize Needham exceeds expectations and is being extended to October 31st!
The Solarize Needham campaign has exceeded even our expectations. So far, 111 Needham households have chosen to Solarize their homes. Those homes will generate over 900,000 kWh of electricity yearly. Because of our success – and the continuing interest the
Successful Solarize Needham program will add nearly 100 solar PV systems in town
Solarize Needham officially ended on June 30th with contracts signed for 99 new solar PV systems in Needham. Congratulations to Solar Coach Artie Crocker, a member of Green Needham’s Steering Committee, for the energy and commitment he brought to this
Solarize Needham Achieves the Lowest (Tier 5) Pricing
Solarize Needham has reached Tier 5 pricing! On April 30th, halfway through the program, the number of signed homeowner contracts for new solar installs met the threshold for Tier 5 pricing. This means that all future contracts for Solar PV installations,
Needham is a Solarize community!
Green Needham Chair Michael Greis, Solar Coach Artie Crocker and Municipal Representative Tatiana Swanson traveled to Amherst on Monday, December 2nd for the formal announcement that Needham is one of the communities selected to participate in the second round of
Turning Food Waste Into Energy – an Exciting New State Initiative
Organic matter makes up one-quarter of our waste; it is currently being landfilled or incinerated. Here’s a new alternative for this waste: anaerobic digestion. Anaerobic digestion is a technology that produces biogas from organic matter, which can then be used
Green Needham celebrates at the 4th of July parade
Green Needham celebrated Independence Day at the Needham 4th of July parade this year. Headed by an all-electric Nissan Leaf sedan, Green Needham members were joined by Needham homeowners who have installed solar PV systems on their roofs. We celebrated
Solar 101 workshop
Over 50 people participated in Green Needham’s Solar 101 workshop held at the Broadmeadow School auditorium on March 20th, 2013. View the story from the Needham Channel News to see and hear from some of those who attended the session.
Needham Community Education’s New “Living Green in Needham Program” Courses
Needham Community Education, in partnership with Green Needham Collaborative and the Needham Community Farm, has introduced a new series of “Living Green in Needham” workshops which promote sustainabilty and healthy living. There are five courses in this series, as described below – click