Jim Snyder-Grant

Climate Strike Friday Sep 20

Imagine if everyone around the world who cared about making systemic changes to reduce climate change came together for a day to show those in power that the time to make changes is NOW! That day is this Friday, September 20. Actions include a 7am–9am standout at Kelley’s Corner in Acton, and a Boston rally… Continue reading →

Green Acton Public Statement re: Proposed Piper Lane Building Project, 7/9/2019

[Sent on 7/15/19 to the Board of Selectmen and the Zoning Board of Appeals, from Debra Simes (President) and Jim Snyder-Grant (Co-President), along with a request that this be taken into account in any future deliberations on this project.] This statement asserts Green Acton’s opposition to the proposed application currently under review for the Piper… Continue reading →

Town Meeting 2019 Warrant Article 28 – details

At a phone and video meeting on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 4pm, a quorum of Green Acton directors agreed to take no position on Article 28, which is a change from our previous position of not recommending the article. What’s Article 28? Article 28 amends Section E39 (“Public Way Obstruction/Destruction”) of the General Bylaws… Continue reading →

new Green Acton mission statement

Green Acton has revised its Mission Statement to be more comprehensive and robust: Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries. Click here for the rest of the new mission statement. It was inspiring… Continue reading →

About the Green Acton Website

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People’s Climate March in DC April 29 – buses and more information

Join the Jobs, Justice & Climate March in Washington DC Saturday, April 29, 2017

To Acton Selectmen, Dec 2016: Part 1, climate change

Thanks for having us back to help start your conversation about natural gas use in Acton. There are a lot of health and safety reasons for reducing the use of natural gas, but tonight we want to focus on another reason: Climate Change.

To Acton Selectmen, Dec 2016. Part 2: Heat Pumps

The best current technology for heating and cooling homes and buildings is the heat pump, which comes in air source and ground source varieties

30th Annual Local Environmental Action conference: Sunday, March 5th at Northeastern University, Boston, MA

30th Annual Local Environmental Action conference: Sunday, March 5th at Northeastern University, Boston, MA Great way to connect with other towns and see what they are working on, and gain exposure to new ideas and information on climate / clean energy issues Nearly 20 workshops that cover a range of issues and skills – from… Continue reading →