Environmentally Friendly Lawn Alternatives According to NASA, in the United States more surface area is covered by lawn than by any other single irrigated crop. Lawns require irrigation, fertilizer, and pesticides to thrive in our climate, and there are alternatives
The Wellesley Natural Resources Commission has long been concerned about the effects of artificial light on our natural environment. Research has shown that artificial light can create light pollution that affects human health, and has adverse consequences for trees and
The Wellesley Natural Resources Commission has long been concerned about the effects of artificial light on our natural environment. Research has shown that artificial light can create light pollution that affects human health, and has adverse consequences for trees and plants,
Our annual conference is on Saturday, March 3rd. Visit the conference website to register today and get the early bird discount. We are looking forward to bringing hundreds of people together to learn, connect and be inspired on this day
Did you know that the exhaust from single stroke engines contains PM2.5, shorthand for particulate matter that is 2.5 microns in size, which hangs in the air a long time and lodges in lung tissue.* Use of this equipment by
Quieter, Economical & Healthier Ways to Maintain Our Landscapes Free Workshop on Electrifying Lawn Care (transitioning land care to low noise, zero emission equipment and people-powered tools.) Co-Sponsored by the Town of Lexington and Town of Wellesley Department of Public
Quieter, Economical & Healthier Ways to Maintain Our Landscapes Free Workshop on Electrifying Lawn Care (transitioning land care to low noise, zero emission equipment and people-powered tools.) Co-Sponsored by the Town of Lexington and Town of Wellesley Department of Public
Do you know the surprising properties and history of the chemical element mercury (Hg)? Alongside its beneficial uses to humankind historically are mercury’s toxic properties. What is the story of mercury pollution - its sources, its continuing environmental impact, who is most
Green Needham, in conjunction with Sustainable Wellesley and in partnership with the Needham High School Environmental Action Club, is excited to announce that we will be hosting a viewing of "Plastic People - The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics" on Thursday, March
Pediatrician and Chief Science Officer at the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University Dr. Lindsey Burghardt discusses Climate, Kids and Health (Physical & Mental) with Wellesley parents/caregivers on Wednesday, April 30th at the Hunnewell School at 7pm. Confirm
