Source: Sustainable Wellesley 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
“Grand Coalition” of Environmental Groups in July 4th Parade
Viewers of Needham’s July 4th parade responded enthusiastically to the unexpected sight of a 12-foot float traveling down the street with no vehicle pulling it. Featuring replicas of solar panels and wind turbines, the Needham League of Women Voters/Green Needham
Needham LED Streetlights pilot – Learn More about Outdoor Lighting
By Anne Hayek Why is street lighting quality important ? It makes green energy not just efficient but also healthy AND ecological! A recent Green Needham article provided information about Needham’s May to July LED street light pilot and encouraged residents to
LED Street Light pilot in Needham
The cost of LED lighting has been dropping dramatically. Anyone who has had a Home Energy Assessment recently knows that the MassSave program is now providing LED bulbs when replacing incandescent bulbs during an energy assessment. The cost and adoption
2017 Green Business Awards nominations now open
The Newton Needham Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Environment Committee is planning its Spring Business Breakfast on May 4 at the Needham Sheraton and is seeking nominations for the annual Green Business Awards. Click Here to Nominate a Business To qualify,
Movie “Time to Choose” Showing Sunday Feb. 12th at 3 p.m.
How can we, as individuals, address the climate crisis? On Sunday February 12, at 3 p.m., the powerful 90-minute climate change film, Time to Choose will be shown at First Parish Church in Needham, 23 Dedham Ave. “With footage from five continents, Time to Choose explores the scope of
Worker-owned Cooperative Now Delivers Food Waste to RTS
by Melanie Morgon Can composting be part of the green economy? Let me introduce you to CERO, a bilingual, multicultural, worker-owned cooperative founded by low-income entrepreneurs. Their mission? To keep food waste out of landfills, save money for their clients,
Hillside School Composting Pilot Program Up and Running
by Melanie Morgon Recycling and composting is great, but is it possible to get a first grader to separate lunchtime waste into four different categories? The answer at Needham’s Hillside School is a resounding “Yes”! Last April, Hillside school students
Needham receives 2016 Massachusetts Leading by Example award with a focus on solar energy
The Town of Needham was one of two communities statewide recognized with a Leading by Example award at a State House Ceremony on Thursday, December 8th. Our success with Solar PV – the 3.5 MW installation at the RTS and
Reducing Food Waste – June 7th Workshop for Restaurants and Food Service Businesses
June 2016 workshop