BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Green Needham - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Green Needham REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20100314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20101107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20110313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20111106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20120311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20121104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20241229T002032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T005146Z UID:18886-1735898400-1735902000@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Charles River Chamber Webinar - Why Businesses Say "YES for Needham" DESCRIPTION:Local employers explain the need for more housing \nJoin us for a conversation with Needham business owners explaining why they support a “Yes” vote on the Jan. 14 MBTA Communities referendum and why they believe creating small\, multi-family homes in Needham near local shops and restaurants is vital to their success \nlt will explain what Needham’s housing plan does and doesn’t do\, as well as the potential consequences of being out of compliance with state law. \nBut our main focus will be an opportunity to hear directly from\, and ask questions to\, local employers who believe Neighborhood Housing Plan is critical to their ability to hire and retain workers and to a vibrant Needham. \nPanelists include: \n\nJohn Fogarty\, president\, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham\nJay Spencer\, owner\, French Press Cafe\nDan Goodman\, co-founder\, Building36\nSteve Stern\, owner\, FirstLight Home Care\nJoseph Frias\, president & CEO of North Hill\nSteve Volante\, owner\, Volante Farms\n\nAlso with:\nTina Burgos\, owner\, Covet + Lou (and member of Needham Finance Committee)\nHeidi Frail\, vice chair Needham Select Board \nClick here to register. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/charles-river-chamber-webinar-why-businesses-say-yes-for-needham/ CATEGORIES:Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/CRRC-Member-Badge.png ORGANIZER;CN="Charles River Regional Chamber":MAILTO:info@charlesriverchamber.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20230220T161147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T161147Z UID:16547-1676980800-1676984400@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Real Estate Webinar: Adapting to the 2023 MA Stretch Code Updates DESCRIPTION:In 2023\, Massachusetts will implement a new energy code\, giving it one of the most progressive energy standards in the country. The code seeks to align with other upcoming regulations pushing projects to decarbonize and electrify and provides separate pathways for projects depending on their program\, size\, and location. This presentation will help building owners and managers be ready to meet these new code requirements and to start future projects off on the right foot. \nThis webinar\, sponsored by the Charles River Regional Chamber\, is presented by:    Patrick Murphy\, Director of Sustainable Design Vandeweil Engineers\, and Lara Pfadt\, Senior Associate\, Architect and Sustainability Strategist at Finegold Alexander Artitects \nClick here to register for this free webinar. \nNote:  this event will be recorded. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/real-estate-webinar-adapting-to-the-2023-ma-stretch-code-updates/ LOCATION:https://nnchamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/11978 CATEGORIES:Business,Newton-Needham Chamber ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/CRRC-Member-Badge.png ORGANIZER;CN="Charles River Regional Chamber":MAILTO:info@charlesriverchamber.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T124500 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20220531T150757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T150757Z UID:15349-1655208000-1655210700@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:EVs 101 for Businesses DESCRIPTION:Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity because they’re fun to drive\, cost less to fuel and maintain\, and are better for the environment. For businesses with vehicles\, those benefits can add up quickly.  The Charles River Chamber of Commerce’s Environment Committee is pleased to offer a  EV 101 webinar for businesses\, free to members and non-members.  Join Mal Skowron\, policy & program coordinator at Green Energy Consumers Alliance to learn more about the benefits of EVs\, how quickly the car market is changing in Massachusetts\, and how to consider charging infrastructure for your business. \nRSVP here for this complementary webinar on Tuesday\, June 14th  from 12:00 noon to 12:45 pm. \nGreen Needham  is a member of the Charles River Chamber of Commerce’s Environment Committee. \nGreen Energy Consumer Alliance is a non-profit organization based in Boston with the mission to harness the power of energy consumers to speed the transition to a low carbon future. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/evs-101-for-businesses/ LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Online CATEGORIES:Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Drive-Green-pic-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170227T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20170208T015849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170208T015849Z UID:6430-1488222000-1488222000@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:The Free Market: Climate Change Friend or Foe DESCRIPTION:A discussion with Gary Rucinski\, MA State Coordinator for Citizens’ Climate Lobby. \nAmericans have a love-hate relationship with the free market. We love it for providing\ndesirable goods at low cost\, but blame it for greenhouse gas pollution that drives climate\nchange. Drawing on examples of free market successes and failures\, Gary Rucinski\nexplores what free markets can do to address climate change\, and what government can\ndo to incentivize investors & entrepreneurs to provide the lowest cost clean energy. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/the-free-market-climate-change-friend-or-foe/ CATEGORIES:Activism,Business END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20160517T205424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T205424Z UID:5766-1465291800-1465297200@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Reducing Food Waste – a workshop for local restaurants and food service businesses DESCRIPTION:Restaurants and food service businesses in Needham and neighboring communities are invited to a workshop on Reducing Food Waste on Tuesday\, June 7th at 9:30 am. This free workshop is designed for the busy food service professional and is presented by Green Needham and RecyclingWorks.\n\nThis free workshop is open to food service businesses in Needham\, Newton\, Wellesley\, and other neighboring communities interested in learning about diverting wasted food from the trash through food donation\, composting\, and other waste diversion strategies. \nHeather Billings and Josh Cook from RecyclingWorks in MA will discuss: \n\nHow to estimate how much food waste your business is producing and the potential savings from starting a food waste collection program.\nRecommended practices for source separation of food waste\, starting in the kitchen.\nWorking with commercial haulers for collection of food waste.\nGuidelines for proper food waste storage\, from cleanliness to container maintenance.\nActions to reduce food waste.\nHow to partner with a food rescue organization to donate surplus food.\nSuccessful examples of food waste diversion at several businesses and institutions.\nThe Commercial Organics Waste Ban.\nFree technical assistance available to businesses through RecyclingWorks in MA.\n\nGreen Needham is working in cooperation with the Town of Needham and partners in neighboring communities to find sustainable and cost effective ways to keep food waste out of the waste stream and support our local restaurants. Representatives from Green Needham and the Needham Department of Public Works will discuss current activities and facilitate a conversation with attendees on ideas for further local collaborations to increase food waste diversion. \nTo help develop opportunities for local collaboration\, Green Needham has developed a brief (5 minute) online survey to collect information about how food waste is currently being handled by local food establishments. Even if you are not able to attend the workshop\, your participation will help identify the most promising solutions to help your business. (Responses to the survey will not be made public and data gathered from the survey will be aggregated.) \nGreen Needham and RecyclingWorks are grateful for the support of Needham Bank\, who is hosting this workshop at the Jack McGeorge Operations Center\, conveniently located at 214 Garden Street in downtown Needham. \nPlease register in advance for this workshop here on the RecyclingWorks web site. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/reducing-food-waste-a-workshop-for-local-restaurants-and-food-service-businesses/ LOCATION:Needham Bank – Jack McGeorge Operations Center\, 214 Garden St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02492\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Recycling END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T093000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20160419T211427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160419T211427Z UID:5686-1463643000-1463650200@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:2016 Green Business Awards Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Join us as the Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce’s annual Green Business Breakfast returns to the outdoor pavilion along the picturesque banks of the Charles River at the Newton Marriott Hotel. \n\nThis year’s featured speaker will be Maryrose Sylvester\, a GE executive who is part of the team relocating to Boston this year. Sylvester is president and CEO of Current powered by GE\, a first-of-its kind energy company that integrates GE’s LED\, solar\, energy storage and electric vehicle businesses with its industrial strength Predix platform to deliver cost effective\, efficient energy solutions. \nThe breakfast will once again honor area businesses for their innovative advances in reducing energy costs or the creation of green products or services. \n“The Green Business Breakfast brings together local businesses\, energy and environmental experts and policy makers to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to preserving and protecting our environment\,” said Greg Reibman\, president of the Newton-Needham Chamber. \nRegistration and additional details available here at the Chamber’s web site. \nGreen Needham is an active participant in the Green Business Awards program. \nTickets are $45 for Chamber members\, $50 for non-Chamber members. Tables for 10 and corporate sponsorships are also available. Please contact Lise Elcock\, lqelcock@nnchamber.com or 617-244-1864. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/2016-green-business-awards-breakfast/ LOCATION:Newton Marriott Hotel\, 2345 Commonwealth Ave.\, Newton\, MA\, 02466\, United States CATEGORIES:Business END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160224T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160224T203000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20160208T200200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160208T200200Z UID:5490-1456340400-1456345800@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Public Lecture by Naomi Klein DESCRIPTION:Capitalism vs. the Climate. On Wednesday\, February 24\, at 7:00 P.M.\, in Babson College’s Carling-Sorenson ​Theater\, New York Times bestselling author of This Changes Everything\, Naomi Klein delivers a powerful lecture on the critical importance of addressing the free market economy in efforts to preserve the future of our planet. As a leading critic of corporate globalization\, Klein will ask us to reflect on the connections between the market and the planet—and what roles we can play in creating a just\, sustainable future for all. Presented in partnership with the Arts & Humanities\, History & Society\, Management\, and Math & Science Divisions; The Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership; the Office for Diversity and Inclusion; and the Sustainability Office.\n\nNaomi will sign copies of her book immediately after the talk. \nThis event is free and open to the public. It is recommended to arrive early to select your seat. \n  \n  URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/public-lecture-by-naomi-klein/ LOCATION:Babson College Carling-Sorenson ​Theater\, 231 Forest Street\, Wellesley\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Activism,Business,Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20150429T031055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T021341Z UID:4835-1430940600-1430940600@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:An Evening of Humor & Insight: The Financial Benefits of Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Wellesley College\, Sustainable Business Network\, & Sustainable Wellesley present “The Financial Benefits of Sustainability – An Evening of Humor and Insight.” Experts discuss how Sustainable Business Practices create value\, profit and business opportunities. \nMore information about the event and how to reserve your Complimentary tickets with Sustainable Wellesley. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/an-evening-of-humor-insight-the-financial-benefits-of-sustainability/ LOCATION:Wellesley College – Science Center Auditorium CATEGORIES:Business END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T093000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20150204T184039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150428T143228Z UID:4265-1430897400-1430904600@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Newton Needham Chamber Green Business Awards Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The Newton Needham Chamber of Business hosts its 2015 Green Business awards breakfast at the Newton Marriott Hotel on Wednesday\, May 6th. Held in the Marriott’s outdoor pavilion along the banks of the Charles River\, the Green Business Awards breakfast honors local businesses for their environmental achievements.\n \n“The Green Business Awards Breakfast brings business and civic leaders together to discuss and celebrate the economic and social benefits of being green\,” said Peter Smith\, co-chairman of the Chamber’s Environment Committee. “It will recognize the outstanding achievements local businesses and civic organizations have taken to reduce our carbon footprint.” \nRich Davey\, Chief Executive Officer of the Boston 2024 Partnership\, the organization seeking to bring the Olympics and Paralympic Summer Games to Boston\, will deliver the keynote address. \nPrior to working at Boston 2024\, Davey served for over a decade in chief executive and senior management roles in several transportation organizations in Massachusetts\, including three years as Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Prior to serving as Secretary\, Rich served as MBTA General Manager and MassDOT Rail & Transit Administrator. This will be your opportunity to hear about the Olympic proposal and ask questions. \nGeorge Bachrach\, president of the Environmental League of Massachusetts will also be speaking. Bachrach is an attorney who served three terms in the Massachusetts state senate in the 1980s. \nWCVB-Channel 5 meteorologist Mike Wankum will be master of ceremonies. \nNeedham Board of Selectmen Chair Moe Handel and Newton Mayor Setti Warren will present awards to the Green Businesses of the Year from their respective communities. \nRegistration and additional details available here at the Chamber’s web site. \nGreen Needham is an active participant in the Green Business Awards program. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/newton-needham-chamber-green-business-awards-breakfast/ LOCATION:Newton Marriott Hotel\, 2345 Commonwealth Ave.\, Newton\, MA\, 02466\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Green Needham,Newton-Needham Chamber END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140619T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140619T093000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20140211T152634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140613T134844Z UID:3640-1403163000-1403170200@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Chamber Green Business Awards Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Conscious Capitalism CEO Doug Rauch will be the keynote speaker at the Newton-Needham Chamber’s Green Business Awards Breakfast\, on Thursday June 19 in Newton.\n \nThe Green Business Awards Breakfast will be held outdoors\, along the banks of the Charles River\, adjacent to the Newton-Marriott Hotel\, and will also honor local businesses for their environmental achievements. \nA nationally known speaker\, Rauch will discuss his newest business venture\, an innovative non-profit solution to the issue of “food waste” and hunger/obesity by bringing high quality\, nutritious food at affordable prices to the underserved in our inner cities. \nRauch\, a Newton resident\, spent 31 years with Trader Joe’s Company\, including 14 years as president\, helping grow the business from a small\, nine-store chain in Southern California\, to a nationally acclaimed retail success story with more than 340 stores in 30 states. He developed their prized buying philosophy\, created their unique private label food program\, and wrote and executed the business plan for expanding Trader Joe’s nationally. \nHe is presently CEO of Conscious Capitalism Inc.\, a non-profit dedicated to challenging business leaders to rethink why their organizations exist\, and to acknowledge their roles in the interdependent global marketplace. He is also a trustee at Olin College and chairs the Board of Overseers at WBUR. \nChannel 5 news anchor and Newton native Phil Lipof will serve as the master of ceremonies for the breakfast. Also speaking that morning will be Mass Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner David Cash\, Newton Mayor Setti Warren and Needham Board of Selectman Chair John Bulian. \n“The Green Business Breakfast is a chance to bring together local businesses\, energy and environmental experts and policy makers to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to preserving and protecting our environment\,” said Greg Reibman\, president of the Newton-Needham Chamber. \nThe Chamber’s Environment Committee will recognize seven businesses from Newton and Needham that have taken a leadership role in reducing energy or other environmental strategies or for providing noteworthy green products or services. \n“The Green Business Awards Breakfast brings business and civic leaders together to discuss and celebrate the economic and social benefits of being green\,” said Peter Smith\, chairman of the Chamber’s Environment Committee. “It will recognize the outstanding achievements local businesses and civic organizations have taken to reduce our carbon footprint.” \nGreen Needham is an active participant in the Green Business Awards program. \n  \nAdvance tickets for the Green Business Awards Breakfast\, Thursday June 19 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at the Newton Marriott Hotel\, are $30 for chamber members and $35 for non-members and are now on sale at the Chamber’s web site or by calling 617-244-5300. Tickets on the morning of the event will be $40. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/chamber-green-business-awards-breakfast/ LOCATION:Newton Marriott Hotel\, 2345 Commonwealth Ave.\, Newton\, MA\, 02466\, United States CATEGORIES:Business END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20120320T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20120320T093059 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20120315T113819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T160112Z UID:2080-1332228600-1332235859@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Breakfast Seminar - NStar Energy Efficiency Program for Small Business DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the significant financial incentives available to your business under NStar’s Direct Install energy efficiency program and how they will lower your energy costs. \nThe Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce will host a special breakfast program on Tuesday\, March 20th from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Sheraton Needham Hotel as NStar and Lime Energy present “No Cost Energy Assessments to Improve Your Bottom Line”. You will hear about the new financial incentives available in Massachusetts to help your business. It starts with a no cost assessment of your energy consumption and ends with more money falling to your bottom line when you use the financial incentives available to implement the recommendations. \nHear about some of the success stories of Chamber members who have used the program and see the results. This free seminar includes a continental breakfast. \nVisit the event page at the Newton Needham Chamber’s web site to register for this session. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/breakfast-seminar-nstar/ LOCATION:Sheraton Needham Hotel\, 100 Cabot St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Energy Efficiency END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20101017T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20101017T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T054454 CREATED:20101014T142100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20101201T044054Z UID:680-1287313200-1287334800@www.greenneedham.org SUMMARY:Green Solutions Expo at Newton Harvest Fair DESCRIPTION:Join the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce at the Green Solutions Expo from 11 am to 5 pm on October 17th where exhibitors will showcase products/services that are environmentally friendly and/or help people live a “green” lifestyle. \nThe Green Solutions Expo is being held at the Newton Harvest Fair.  Newton’s Harvest Fair\, held in the Newton Centre parking lot (at Langley & Beacon Streets)  is one of the largest outdoor events of the year in Newton and draws thousands of local residents and families each year to enjoy crafters\, children’s rides\, entertainment and more in a fun\, festive atmosphere. URL:https://www.greenneedham.org/blog/event/green-solutions-expo-at-newton-harvest-fair/ LOCATION:Newton Centre Parking Lot\, Langley & Beacon Streets\, Newton Centre\, MA\, 02495\, United States CATEGORIES:Business END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR