Buy Local Food
Why buy local? A portion of the carbon footprint associated with our food comes from transportation. It takes more carbon to move your tomatoes from Mexico to Massachusetts than it […]
Green Hot Water
If your hot water heater or system is due for an upgrade, consider options like a heat pump hot water heater or solar hot water unit for a greener alternative! […]
New or Replacement Windows
Many people think that replacing their old windows will quickly pay for the work in energy savings. In reality, this is rarely the case. Also, Federal Tax incentives and Mass […]
Monitor Your Electrical Usage
Did you know your home may be using electricity that you aren’t even aware of? You could have an energy vampire! An energy ‘vampire’ is a device that continues to […]
Try Composting!
Want to reduce your household waste by up to 50%? Want to avoid a smelly trash bin? Reduce your carbon footprint? Consider composting! Whether you compost at home or with […]
Change to LED Lighting
Did you know that lighting accounts for about ten percent of the electricity use in the average U.S. home? All the more reason to switch to LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). […]
Switch to Energy Efficient Appliances
Is it time to get rid of the old dryer, freezer, ceiling fan, computer, television, or air conditioner? Replace it with a more energy-efficient one. It won’t just decrease your […]
Community Aggregation
Want cheaper, greener electricity? Then support Franklin’s municipal aggregation efforts. Why aggregation? As of December 2023, 167 cities and towns had approved municipal aggregation programs for electricity purchasing, according to […]
Join 350 Mass Franklin Node
350 Mass is an initiative connecting and organizing a strong grassroots coalition to address climate change and build a better future beyond fossil fuels. The “350” in their name comes […]
Buy/Lease an Electric or Hybrid Vehicle
Why drive an EV (electric vehicle)? EVs are less expensive to operate and maintain than fuel cars (say goodbye to oil changes), and they are fun to drive! Also, you […]