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Public Meeting: Mass Biomass

Massachusetts Biomass Sustainability and Carbon Policy Thursday, December 17, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. In November 2009 the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) commissioned a team of experts to conduct a comprehensive study of issues related to biomass sustainability and carbon policy. Launched at the direction of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles, the six-month study will result in a “white paper” that brings the best science to bear...

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13 Tips to Green your Holiday

This just in from GREEN Northampton Between Thanksgiving and New Years, Americans generate about 1 million extra tons of trash per week, a 25% increase of solid waste. 1.)   Wrapping paper is now recyclable! – All wrapping paper is recyclable except wrapping paper with foil, ribbons, bows, metallic inks and glitter. Recycle your wrapping paper at the landfill or transfer station this year with your other paper. Also, keep in mind that all cardboard gift boxes, tissue paper, gift cards...

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Greenfield 10% Challenge Growing

The Greenfield Business Association (GBA) and The Sandri Companies have joined the Greenfield 10% Challenge to help the Town meet the goal of reducing its energy use by 10% by the end of 2010.   The 10% Challenge was launched last April by the Greening Greenfield campaign. “Reducing energy use is good for business and for the environment” said Becky George, coordinator of the GBA “We are proud to take the challenge. We are urging our members to join the 10% Challenge and reduce their energy...

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