The Acton Water District is an independent government entity, separate from Acton Town Government. As such, it is led by a Board of Water Commissioners, analogous to the Board of Selectmen for the Town of Acton; both serve as the legislative bodies for their respective entities. The three Water Commissioners are elected officials, who serve… Continue reading →
Marys Brook Honors Mary Michaelman
Please see attached letter from the U.S. Board on Geographic Names accepting our proposal to make official the name, Marys Brook (apostrophes are not allowed) for the perennial stream that flows from Main Street in Acton, through the Acton Arboretum, joining with Coles Brook near Taylor Road and Route 2 (map attached). The brook is… Continue reading →
How does Acton say ‘no’ to Concord’s application to expand their water treatment plant at Nagog Pond?
The dispute over Concord’s application to enlarge its water treatment plant at Nagog Pond seems to be coming down to a question of whether Acton’s elected leaders have the legal authority to say “no” to a development that is opposed by virtually every Acton resident who has submitted either oral or written comments throughout the… Continue reading →
Sign up for 100% renewable power
The Town and Green Acton are preparing various explanatory materials, but if you have been following along and are ready to get 100% renewable power for less than 2 cents more per kWh, you can grab your electric bill, call 1-866-220-5696 and ask to be signed up for Acton Power Choice Green. You can read all about… Continue reading →
Green Acton Retreat
Green Acton held its first retreat on Sunday, March 26, 2017, at the Assabet Valley Nature Preserve in Sudbury, MA. The retreat ran from 10am to 4pm and was facilitated by Sarah Bursky, a community planner who works for the National Park Service. Sarah has nearly 20 years’ experience in capacity building for nonprofit organizations… Continue reading →
Mass Energy Green Drive Promotion
In effect through end of February 2017, there are deep discounts on electric and plug-in hybrid (EV and gas) vehicles. In addition to dealership discounts, there are potential $7500 federal tax credits and $2500 MA state rebates. Although the MOR-EV State Rebate website shows the funds being almost exhausted, the state just announced they’re putting… Continue reading →
First Lego League Presentation: Microfiber Pollution of Oceans
Acton’s First Lego League 6th grade girls’ team presented to Green Acton on microfiber pollution of the world’s oceans. Members are from different Acton schools. The team’s competition project has three parts: (1) the project they’re presenting today, for which they had to research a problem within the theme of interaction between humans and animals… Continue reading →
Sen. Eldridge Legislative Update on Green Initiatives
At the October 2016 Green Acton meeting, State Senator Jamie Eldridge spoke on “green” initiatives and bills pending at State House. In Aug., Gov. Baker signed the omnibus energy bill, which included 1,600 MW of offshore wind and 1,200MW of hydropower. Eldridge’s gas leaks language was included in this law., which requires that Grade 3… Continue reading →
“Transition Towns” Initiative
Acton Transition Study Group Local Resilience and Relocalization Perhaps you’ve arrived at this page wondering what “Transition” is. Or maybe you already know a lot about the Transition movement, and wonder what it could mean for Acton. Or perhaps you just want to find out how to start pitching in. The mission of the Transition… Continue reading →
Charles Parker on Concord’s Energy Plan, Hosted by Green Acton
Green Acton hosted Charles Parker, lead author of the “Concord Energy Master Plan.” Charles presented Concord’s energy plan, including the wider context that drives the plan (peak oil and climate change). He also related specifics on how the plan would reduce Concord’s energy footprint via actions across all sectors: town, school, residents, businesses, and the… Continue reading →