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In the NewsGreen Ribbon Award to ABRSD-APS Ongoing InitiativesZero Waste Research and AdvocacyThe Drop & Swap and Acton Clean-up Day teams are working on a new project—to understand the flow of stuff through Acton and to reduce the amounts that are thrown out. We have started looking at how to: Solarize ActonThe Solarize Acton Community Team, staffed by Green Acton members, wishes to thank Nearly 500 households asked for solar power assessments, and many more learned about solar power. By October, almost every Acton resident we asked had heard of Solarize Acton. Some households that couldn't be served by New England Clean Energy because of the specific terms of the Solarize Acton contract found other installers, and other households are in ongoing conversations with New England Clean Energy about future installations when trees get cut down or when financial circumstances change. The impact of the momentum we created together will continue for years into the future. Well done! Acton Transition Study GroupLocal Residence & RelocalizationThe idea of Transition movement is to help communities find ways to deal with the large and layered challenges of peak oil, climate change, and the economic crisis. Find out more about Acton's Transition Study Group. Rail Shuttle and Dial-a-RideThe Town of Acton started two new shuttle bus services that benefit commuters and help the environment. Read the Beacon article. Outdoor LightingLight pollution from excess articial light causes problems for people and wildlife. Sometimes we cannot even see the stars because of unnecessary artificial lights shining upward. We can reduce the problem through community awareness, legislation (for example, requiring shielding on outdoor lights), and improved lighting technology. Read about Good Neighbor Outdoor Lighting. |
Community EventsActon Invasive PlantsGarlic Mustard Removal in May & JuneWe need your help—please sign up for one or more picking sessions in May and June at Acton Arboretum. Our goal is to minimize the impact of invasive plants in Acton's Conservation Areas. Read the blog about water chestnut pulling in June and July at Ice House Pond and get Jim's garlic mustard pesto recipe. Time Trade CircleBartering SystemConsider joining Time Trade Circle, a barter system where neighbors help neighbors. When you spend an hour of your time performing a service for somebody, you get a credit of one Timebank Hour. Whether you give a music lesson, take care of someone's pet, volunteer at a community center, or help someone get to a doctor's appointment, one actual hour equals one Timebank Hour. Find out more. Acton-Boxborough Farmer's MarketJune 16–October 20, 10am–1pm
RecapFilm: The Economics of HappinessThank you for viewing of The Economics of Happiness with us. This documentary film compared economic globalization to localization with voices from six continents including Vandana Shiva, Bill McKibben, David Korten, Samdhong Rinpoche, Helena Norberg-Hodge, Michael Shuman, Zac Goldsmith and Keibo Oiwa. ABRHS Green Flag Award Ceremony
Acton Clean-up Day Recap
Green Acton's Drop & SwapThanks for attending Green Acton's 3rd annual Drop & Swap at Conant School on Saturday, May 5. This FREE EVENT was an opportunity for the community to recycle and repurpose usable items. The Great Acton Energy ChallengeSign up and your Acton household can geta free thermal image!Every house leaks energy. Reuse & Recycle Tennis BallsAce reDeucers Show Us HowA team of four RJ Grey Jr High students called the Ace reDeucers attended the February Green Acton meeting and educated us on how and why to reuse and recycle tennis balls. Visit the Ace reDeucers Website and Take Their Survey. |
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Updated: January 29, 2013 |
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