Advocate for Sustainable Schools
The Natick School Committee is in the midst of creating its strategic plan for the years 2026 to 2031. This is a roadmap guiding school decisions to support student learning […]
Grab a good book!
EcoNatick recommends some good books for Adults and Young Adult Readers: 1. Crow Planet by Lynda Lynn Hauptmann The naturalist writer makes the best of moving close to an urban […]
Earth-Friendly Gardening
Would you like to see more bees and butterflies in your garden? Do you want to create a beautiful landscape that needs less watering and pruning while providing food and […]
Backyard or Curbside Composting
Want to reduce your household waste by 40-50%? Avoid a smelly trash bin? Reduce your carbon footprint? Try composting! Instead of throwing your food scraps in the garbage, you can […]
Composting Curbside Pick-up
Saving the planet begins at home—with compost. What is compost? Compost is a pile of old organic matter. Over time, with the help of billions of microscopic creatures, this organic […]
Live a car-free life
Getting rid of a car in favor of ridesharing or public transport saves 2.6 tons of CO2 per year on average. Learn more in this article.
Reduce your air travel
Around 2.4% of global CO2 emissions come from air travel, and the aviation industry is responsible for around 5% of global warming (more here). Taking 1 less transatlantic flight saves […]
Keep waterways clean: 5 tips to prevent pollution
Clean water is one of the world’s most important resources. We all can help protect this resource by saving water from becoming polluted and bring nature back into our built […]
Join Natick’s Electricity Aggregation!
What is Natick’s Electricity Aggregation Program? The town of Natick has negotiated an electric contract for all its residents and businesses. Residents and businesses can opt into the program and […]
Drive Electric
Why not switch your primary vehicle to an electric vehicle (EV) today? In Massachusetts, transportation accounts for 43% of greenhouse gas emissions. Electric vehicles provide many benefits to individuals as […]