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 […]

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 […]

What’s the buzz about No Mow May?

BEE FRIENDLY! Participating in No Mow May is a helpful step to make your yard a haven for these essential creatures! Did you know… Our food supply relies on pollinators, […]

Keep Natick Beautiful

Keep Natick Beautiful coordinates multiple town clean-ups along streets, waterways, and trails and open spaces.  Volunteer neighbors maintain over 60 recycling “Buddy Bins” and trash barrels around town, as well […]