Episodes

Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Hear about how Newton is leading in sustainable materials management from Waneta Trabert. Learn what you can do to make a difference.

Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Heather Billings from CET explains how Recycling Works in Massachusetts helps businesses reduce waste, divert food scraps, comply with disposal bans, and save money through technical assistance, staff training, and local partners.She shares a restaurant case study, discusses cost and contract strategies, and directs listeners to recyclingworksma.com and cetonline.org for resources and support.

Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
In this episode we hear from Judy Jacobs, Green Newton’s first executive director. Hear her views on Green Newton’s biggest opportunities, collaboration with the community, and what she has learned since coming onboard.

Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Hear Lindsey discuss her courageous journey at ExxonMobil and beyond. She provides her insights on global and local issues on climate change, providing actions we can all take.

Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
We cover a ton of topics with From Al Cecchinelli, including bike paths, clean energy, waste reduction. Hear Al’s perspective.

Sunday Sep 07, 2025
Sunday Sep 07, 2025
Hear about Andreae’s journey as city councilor and the experience, passion that contributed to her success.

Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Learn from Ann Berwick, co-director of sustainability, about a variety of initiatives the city of Newton is driving, from building standards to recycling, to clean energy.

Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Learn about Newton Tree Conservancy from Doug Herrick, and how you can get trees planted in your neighborhood.

Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Hear tips on how to improve the efficiency of your home, transition off fossil fuel, and many other topics.

Saturday May 03, 2025
Saturday May 03, 2025
In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics - including preservation of the tree canopy, dealing with waste water, development, zoning, and many other critical issues.

