Did you know that there are examples of zero net energy homes right here in Needham? These super energy efficient houses generate enough solar power to provide all the electricity needed for the home’s heating, cooling, hot water, cooking, and
This week, April 2-8, 2024, is International Dark Sky Week, a reminder of the importance of darkness for nocturnal wildlife, human health, and the glorious gift of a star-studded sky. Light pollution — overly bright and unnecessary outdoor lighting —
We hope you’re planning to vote in our local election on April 9. Tomorrow night, Monday, March 25, the League of Women Voters of Needham is hosting Candidates Night, a forum with the candidates for the two contested town-wide offices
Are you planning to vote in Needham’s April 9 election? We hope so! Important environmental initiatives have been passed at the local level, including approving a plastic bag ban, adopting stricter energy standards for new construction, and moving forward on
Action Items: Read Below about the New Opt-In Specialized Energy Code Attend the Public Hearing on Tues. Oct. 10th Contact your Town Meeting Members This fall, Needham has the opportunity, through a Town Meeting vote, to take a huge step
Visit the Green Needham table at the Harvest Fair — Sunday, October 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greene’s Field in Needham Center (corner of Great Plain Ave. and Pickering St.) find out what Green Needham projects are currently
At Needham’s May 1, 2023 Town Meeting, members will consider an amendment to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw which has been in place since 2019. To date, Needham’s brief history of ADUs has yielded 12 units over the course
Co-sponsored by Green Needham, the Needham Community Farm, and the Temple Beth Shalom Environmental Action Committee. Workshop: Native Plants for Landscaping Date/Time: Thursday, April 14, 2022, 7:30 pm CLICK TO REGISTER What is a “native plant” and
We are in a climate emergency and are called to action! The message is unmistakable. The latest UN Climate Report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change indicates “a brief and rapidly closing window to ensure a liveable future.” Cities
On Wednesday, November 17 at 7 p.m., the League of Women Voters of Needham will host “Candidates Night,” a forum with a League moderator posing questions to the two Select Board candidates on a variety of issues. Members of the
