Don’t throw out those tattered jeans! As of Nov. 1, 2022, clothing and textiles are no longer allowed to be thrown away in the trash in Massachusetts, as the state moves to drastically reduce its solid waste. Why this textile ban?
It’s a Great Time to Go Solar!
Eversource recently published their electric rates effective Jan. 1, 2023. The average cost of residential electricity will increase by 33% (from $0.30/KWH to $0.40/KWH). This is primarily due to higher cost of natural gas, which is the main energy source
November 15th Presentation on Needham’s Climate Action Plan
Cities and towns across Massachusetts are making valuable contributions to addressing the climate crisis. Stephen Frail, chair of the Town of Needham’s Climate Action Planning Committee (CAPC), member of Green Needham, and a Climate Reality Project Leader, will give a
Solid Waste Forum Gives Updates on Reduce/Reuse/Recycle
The timing was perfect — a new waste ban for textiles in Massachusetts, a bombshell Greenpeace study casting doubt on plastics recycling, and an engaged audience anxious to get their questions answered. The Nov. 2, 2022 Needham Solid Waste Forum,
Reminder – Needham RTS, Green Needham Host Recycling & Solid Waste Forum
On Wednesday, November 2nd at 7 pm, the Needham RTS and Green Needham will host a Recycling & Solid Waste Forum in the Community Room of the Needham Public Library. There will be multiple presentations by individuals closely connected to this topic,
Ask your Town Meeting Members to support CEA!
Town meeting members will soon have the chance to take an important step toward reducing carbon emissions. At the October 24th 2022 Special Town Meeting, the Select Board will ask for permission to explore bringing Community Electricity Aggregation (CEA) to
Haven’t heard of Community Electricity Aggregation?
We’re excited to introduce Community Electricity Aggregation, an incredibly powerful tool in the fight against climate change! At the October 24th, 2022 Town Meeting, the Select Board will ask for permission to explore bringing this program to Needham. Haven’t heard
Green Needham’s Virtual Open House – Watch the Replay
Thank you to everyone who attended our Virtual Open House on June 9th. If you weren’t able to attend, you can catch up with the replay available through this article on our web site or directly through the Needham Channel.
Save the Date! — Green Needham Virtual Open House
Do you ever wonder who the people are behind Green Needham and what they are working on? Come “meet” the Green Needham team virtually and hear what Green Needham has been up to recently, and what our priorities are for
Celebrate Spring with Native Plants, Trail Clean-ups, and Free Saplings!
There are many ways to celebrate spring and honor the Earth in April and May. Native Plant Sale Enhance the beauty of your garden and help sustain pollinators by adding native plants to your garden. The Temple Beth Shalom Environmental