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Killawatt EZ Usage and Tips

Green Needham Collaborative and NSTAR have donated two Kill-a-Watt EZ meters to the Needham Public Library for loan to library patrons. These handy devices allow you to measure the energy used by the appliances and other electric and electronic devices

Town Meeting approves zoning for Met Tower

Evaluation of the potential for wind power at Needham’s RTS took an important step forward when Town Meeting approved two zoning articles permitting the erection of a temporary Met Tower (“Meteorological Tower”) to measure the wind at the RTS. On

Recycling…water?

Water. Last month we had too much, and basements flooded. Last week we had too little and much of the Boston area had to boil their water in the wake of the pipe failure. How do you use water in

Check out the new signs at the RTS!

At the Needham RTS, keep your eyes open for big new signs painted by Mitchell Families! The signs remind residents what can be recycled, and are part of a partnership between the RTS and Mitchell School to help increase recycling

2010 EPA Environmental Merit Award presented at Faneuil Hall Ceremony

The EPA New England Region presented its 2010 Environmental Merit Awards at a ceremony at Faneuil Hall on April 22nd, 2010, the 40th Earth Day. The EPA’s Environmental Merit Awards are presented to individuals and organizations for outstanding efforts in

Needham Times editorial highlights community-wide efforts

The Needham Times’ Earth Day editorial, “Earth Day kudos to Needham people” highlighted some of the accomplishments and efforts underway to make Needham a greener and more sustainable community. It was gracious of the Times to open with Green Needham’s

Home Electronics – reducing energy use

April 2010 Green Needham Meeting presentation on reducing home electronics energy use.

Green Needham Collaborative receives 2010 EPA Environmental Merit Award

The Environmental Protection Agency has selected the Green Needham Collaborative to receive one of its 2010 Environmental Merit Awards. For over 30 years, EPA’s New England Region has honored individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions on behalf of

Recycle/Reuse major home items

Spring is a great time for a fresh start, moving and renovating.

Massachusetts appliance rebates – details and availability

Don’t miss the short window to get stimulus-funded $50 – $250 rebates on appliances this April. As reported in our March 11th post, these rebates will only be available from April 22nd – May 5th. Here are the details: Eligible