Green Newton Exchange
A periodic discussion with local experts on climate change topics in the city on Newton, Massachusetts.
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7 days ago

Oct 3, 2026
Oct 3, 2026
32 min
Hear from Halina Brown on her experience on and leading Newton’s Energy Commission. We cover a ton of topics from local politics, personal choices, and what is required to have a material impact on our climate.

Sep 8, 2026
Sep 8, 2026
25 min
Hear from Alexander Lee about what’s happening in Newton schools and many other topics.

Aug 9, 2026
Aug 9, 2026
27 min
Hear from David Miller, a Newton resident, technologist, and clean energy investor. We cover a variety of topics from leadership, innovation success, and role of government.

Jul 5, 2026
Jul 5, 2026
27 min
Learn how Johnny’s composts with Black Earth, uses Recirclable for takeout, and some core philosophy on creating community and making an impact in Newton.

Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
28 min
Hear from Margie Bell about the mission and journey of reducing take out container waste with Recirclable, and how they are collaborating in Newton.

May 3, 2026
May 3, 2026
20 min
Learn how critical it is to address the Newton gas infrastructure as part of our Climate Action plan. Hear from activist and expert Peter Barrer about actions each of us can take and the role of the city and state.

Apr 5, 2026
Apr 5, 2026
18 min
Newton’s Earth Day celebration is Sunday, May 3rd 12-3:30 at Zervas School. Hear about the new programs and activities for the whole family.

Mar 29, 2026
Mar 29, 2026
28 min
The Green Plate program is a new initiative from Green Newton to educate and encourage more families, restaurants, and schools to increase through plant-based eating. Hear about the program now.

Mar 5, 2026
Mar 5, 2026
33 min
Hear about how CRWA works across Newton and surrounding communities on conservation and sustainability. Our guest is Emily Norton, Managing Director at CRWA, and longtime Newton community leader.


