Deb Baldwin started the Congregational Church of Needham’s Green Task Force, now known as the Environmental Ministry Team, in 2008. Concerned for her grandchildren and the world they would inherit, Deb believed strongly in taking action to address climate change.
Join Green Needham’s Landscaping Team – Zoom Call Tues. Oct 15th at 7pm
Tired of hearing all of the gas powered leaf blowers around town? Concerned about the health and environmental impacts they have? Join Green Needham’s Landscaping team. We will work to educate residents about the dangers of gas powered leaf blowers on
Reminder: Green Needham’s TGIF Meet-up on Friday June 21st
Drop by for food and conversation at Green Needham’s TGIF meet-up on Friday, June 21 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. on the Town Common in Needham Center (or across the street at First Parish Church in case of rain –
Meet Green Needham’s Energy Coach
Are you thinking about getting a new heating and/or cooling system, rooftop solar panels or an electric vehicle (EV), but want some informed and impartial information and advice? Are you interested in some of the newer, greener technologies, but don’t understand
Reminder – Support Adoption of the Specialized Code by Attending Oct. 10th Public Hearing
The Select Board will hold a public hearing on adoption of the Opt-In Specialized Energy Code (Specialized Code) during its meeting at Town Hall on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at approximately 6:30 pm. Please plan to attend and show your support for this
Needham Commuter Rail Survey
Do you take the Needham Commuter Rail Line or live along the Needham Line? Your opinions and experiences are wanted for TransitMatter’s next “Regional Rail Report,” which will focus on the Needham Line. Please share your thoughts in this survey,
Tree-Planting Project Highlights Forgotten Town Benefactor
A mysterious rock with a missing plaque. A Town benefactor whose father had been an enslaved man. And a tree planting project at Avery Field that has become a celebration of sustainability and diversity in our community. Last year, Green
Reminder – Green Needham Hosts “The Problem with Plastic” Program at Needham Public Library
Mark your calendar for an upcoming Green Needham program “The Problem with Plastic,” hosted by Kathy Raiz, a member of Green Needham’s Plastic Waste Reduction Team, to be held on Monday, April 3rd at 7:00 pm, in the Community Room of the Needham Public
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