“This is the decisive decade. This is the decade we must make decisions that will avoid the worst consequences of the climate crisis.” These were President Biden’s words at a virtual global climate summit on Earth Day 2021, when he
Fundraiser Featuring “The Biggest Little Farm” film
Can 200 acres of barren farmland be turned into a productive farm in harmony with nature? Here is an opportunity to see the inspirational, award-winning documentary THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM and support the Needham Community Farm, which provides fresh, locally
Meatless Monday Needham Prize Drawing is Approaching!
Have you taken the Meatless Monday Needham pledge to serve healthy plant-based meals on Mondays (or any day of the week) for 12 weeks? This is a reminder that the prize drawing for those who have taken the pledge will
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, April 22!
Soon the world will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day, which was held on April 22, 1970. This anniversary, in the middle of a pandemic, will be an Earth Day like no other, and it may
Harvard School of Public Health Needs 8 More Needham Residents for a Study on Natural Gas in Homes
source: Molly Wilson Fairchild Needham Residents, Do you cook with natural gas in your residence? If so, you may be able to participate in a study about air quality, climate change, housing and health. Mothers Out Front is supporting the Harvard T.
September 20 Climate Strike Update
Are you ready to participate in a historic event? In less than one week, on Friday, September 20, young people and their supporters around the world will participate in a Global Climate Strike, demanding bold action to address the climate
Support the September 20 Boston Climate Strike
We are in the midst of a climate emergency. Young people in all parts of the world, fearing for their futures, are planning a week of climate action from September 20-27 to demand bold measures to transition away from fossil
World-Renowned Climate Scientist to Discuss Climate Change Reports
It’s Happening. It’s Now: The Climate Reports of 2018 Webinar with Professor Michael Oppenheimer, Princeton University The LWVMA Committee for Environmental Action and Advocacy is proud to announce a webinar on the meaning of two major climate reports of 2018
LWV Climate Change Challenge for High School Students
High School Students in Needham – here’s a great way to advocate for change and possibly win $500!” Two important reports on climate change were recently released: the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Special Report and the US National Climate Assessment. Together,
What’s the Bay Colony Rail Trail?
The GO GREEN Needham Expo on Saturday, November 10 from 10 am to 4pm at Needham Town Hall will showcase efforts to make our community a little greener. To see a full list of participants, click here. Hope to see