RECORDING: Solar Webinar 1/23
2025-01-24 00:00 - 01:00 (America/New_York)
Considering solar energy? plugIN into the possibilities with us!
Watch the recording of our solar webinar to explore this renewable energy option for powering your home and reducing your carbon footprint. The session was presented by Matt Honkonen from East Coast Solar.
Enroll for free here to access this recording and other valuable resources, or visit the link on YouTube.

Heat Pump Water Heater Webinar - hot showers and cool savings!
2025-02-13 00:00 - 01:00
Join Ashland for an online heat pump water heater webinar on February 12, 7:00 – 8:00 pm co-sponsored by plugIN (a collaboration of 7 metrowest towns) and Resilient Swampscott. We’ll be joined by Bob Zogg, from the Heat Smart Alliance, hear from community members about their experiences, and provide time for questions! Discover how this efficient electric alternative can heat your water, save energy, and reduce your climate impact. Heat pump water heaters are three times more efficient than conventional electric water heaters.
Join us for an evening of information, learning, and community!
plugIN Metrowest is a collaboration of 7 towns & cities: Acton, Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough

Register here!
Can’t make it? Register anyway and we will send the meeting recording to all who register.

Sign up for the Great American Rain Barrel
2025-03-13 13:00 - 2025-03-28 14:00
The average American family directly consumes nearly 110,000 gallons of water each year, and if you include water used for producing food, energy, and consumer goods, that total jumps to 1.9 million gallons annually! However, a single 55-gallon rain barrel can save up to 1,300 gallons of water every year and with the use if rain Barrels, it can benefit both our communities and the planet! Benefit Both Communities and Our Planet By not only provided clean, untreated water for your gardening and cleaning but ALSO reduce the water bills that we all grudgingly pay. Lastly, using less water just helps us manage a global resource!
About The Great American Rain Barrel:

Cost is $61.00 each (available in Forest Green, Dark Brown, or Nantucket Gray)
100% re-purposed, food grade, UV protected and BPA free barrels. Produced in Massachusetts.
Most durable rain barrels on the market: 3/16” wall thickness. Screen filtered to keep mosquitoes out.
Will last for years when properly drained & stored for winter. Pay for themselves in one year.
Several rain barrels can be linked together — easy 5-minute setup.
Available Colors: Forest Green, Earth Brown, and Nantucket Grey.

To participate in the Town Rain Barrel Program, click here for an order form, or for more information visit https://www.ashlandmass.com/668/Rain-Barrels.*Order deadline is March 28, 2025**Barrel Pick Up Date is the week of April 7th – DPW – 9am to 4pm*
For more information contact: Donna Musto at (508) 532-7951 or dmusto@ashlandmass.com to obtain a Rain Barrel Order Form.

Community Recycling & Reuse Day
2025-04-12 14:00 - 18:00 | Marathon School, 129 Hayden Rowe St, Hopkinton, Massachusetts, US
Hosted by the Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee in partnership with the Town of Ashland, Green Team Junk Removal, and Eversource
*** For more info about electronics, appliances and more, see GoGreenTeamJunk.com/Mass-Save-Events or call Green Team Junk Removal at 508 361-0519.
For more about the dehumidifier program, see MassSave.com/DehumidiferTurnIn
Common Questions

Is there a rain date? No, it’s a rain or shine event.

Where is the event? It’s at the Marathon School in Hopkinton MA, 129 Hayden Rowe

How many dehumidifiers can I get a rebate for? 2 per Eversource account number.

Is this only for Hopkinton residents? Only Hopkinton and Ashland residents can participate.

Do I need to clean the data off of my computer or phone before bringing it for recycling? Yes, you should do that for your own protection.

Are laptops donated for reuse? Most electronics are broken down into usable components for recycling.

What about cords and cables? Contact Green Team Junk Removal for the best answer – 508 361-0519.

Can I bring small non-usable appliances like coffee grinders or sewing machines? Yes, for a small fee.

I don’t see my item listed – are there other items can I bring? Contact Green Team Junk Removal for the best answer – 508 361-0519.

What forms of payment are accepted? Cash, credit card, check.

What if I can’t make that timeframe? Can I drop off early or late? No early or late dropoffs at this event but contact GreenTeam for their standard times.

Is the shredding done onsite? Yes, it is so you can see it. EL Harvey is doing the shredding. There is no limit to the amount you can bring to shred.

Green Energy Consumers Alliance EV Charging Webinar#1: Charging Basics
2025-04-17 16:00 - 17:00
Curious about electric vehicles but not sure if or how they might fit into your life? Hear from the experts at Green Energy Consumers Alliance!

Honeycomb Credit Investment Offerings Pitch
2025-04-23 16:00 - 17:00
Hear from 5 different climate-focused businesses seeking investment in their respective companies via the Honeycomb Credit investment platform.

Hopkinton Electric Vehicle Expo
2025-04-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Hopkinton High School, 90 Hayden Rowe St., Hopkinton, Massachusetts, US
Interested in an EV, but not sure where to start? Come to this FREE event to talk to neighbors about their electric vehicles (EVs) and plugin hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Compare a variety of models in one place without pressure. Learn the basics of EVs from charging, to financial incentives, to sustainability. Explore other forms of sustainable transportation, including electric bikes.
Vehicles registered so far:Electric Vehicles-Audi Q4 E-tron-Chevrolet Bolt -Chevrolet Equinox-Hyundai IONIQ5
-Hyundai IONIQ6-Tesla Model 3-Tesla Model S-Tesla Model Y-Toyota Bz4x-Volkswagen ID.4
Plugin Hybrid Electric Vehicles-Jeep Wrangler-Toyota RAV4 Prime
E-Bikes-Lectric XPedition-Lectric XP 3.0

To volunteer to show your vehicle, sign up here: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfEAZAYgjz…/viewform…
To apply to be a vendor at the expo, sign up here:https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSczRhyJOKF…/viewform…

The expo is hosted by the Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee, in collaboration with Ashland Sustainability Committee, Energize Ashland, Sustainable Westborough, and Upper Charles Climate Action: a node of 350 MA. The expo is also associated with National Drive Electric Month, presented by Plug In America, Electric Vehicle Association, Sierra Club, EVHybridNoire, and Drive Electric USA.
All are welcome!

Connecticut Green Bank Spring Update Webinar
2025-04-29 16:00 - 17:00
Register to join us on April 29 as we provide an update on Green Bank programs and solutions for homes, buildings, communities, and investments. Topics will include Energy Storage Solutions, C-PACE, Environmental Infrastructure, Smart-E, Green Liberty Notes and more!

GreenUp Ashland Clean Up
2025-05-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Stone Park Pavilion, 73 Summer St, Ashland, Massachusetts, US
Our once a year time town wide cleanup event is on Saturday May 3 and cleanup can occur anytime over that weekend.This is a fantastic opportunity for families, individuals, organizations or businesses to give back to the community and make a positive impact on our local environment. Online sign up opens on April 21st-30th https://www.greenupashland.org/copy-of-participating-volunteering
And if you don’t sign up online, you can always come by in person and sign up day of!

Green Energy Consumers Alliance EV Charging Webinar#2: Charging at Home
2025-05-06 23:00 - 2025-05-07 00:00
Charging an electric vehicle at home is the most convenient way to keep your car’s batter topped up. Learn more about the different types of chargers, installation costs, incentive programs and more.

Earth Day Celebration in Ashland
2025-05-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Corner Spot, 7 Cherry St, Ashland, Massachusetts, US
Ashland’s Earth Day Celebration!
Come celebrate the Earth with Ashland’s 3rd annual Earth Day celebration! Held on May 10th from 12-3 at the Corner Spot (6 Cherry Street).
Come for food, drinks, live music, climate related games, shopping, and more!

Invest Your Money In Climate Solutions
2025-05-21 22:00 - 23:00
Join Energize Ashland and Raise Green co-founder Jackie Logan to learn how you can invest in companies working to address climate change AND earn a return on your money.

Green Energy Consumers Alliance EV Charging Webinar#3: Charging On The Road
2025-06-11 23:00 - 2025-06-12 00:00
Road trips don’t have to mean range anxiety. Learn the different types of public charging stations and the associated apps and payment options. Also learn about the available tools to plan your charging stops on a road trip.

Ashland Day 2025
2025-10-04 14:00 - 20:00
Ashland Day is a full day of fun and activities with food and games for all ages
Energize Ashland and the Ashland Sustainabilty Committee will be participating in Ashland Day 2025 to promote and educate Ashland residents in sustainable actions that families can take for climate change. You can sign up for the Heat Pump Pizza Party at our booth. The Ashland Sustainability Committee will introduce the Skip the Stuff Campaign. Mkake sure to visit us!

Heat Pump Pizza Party
2025-10-08 22:30 - 2025-10-09 00:00 | Ashland Community Center, 162 W Union St, Ashland, Massachusetts, US
Heat Pump Pizza Party!

Need to Update Your Heating and Cooling System?
It’s still not too late to invest in a heat pump but Federal Tax Credits are ending on December 31 2025 and next year’s Mass Save Rebates are shrinking.
Learn what you can do NOW. Join fellow Ashland & Hopkinton residents for a free Heat Pump PIZZA PARTY!
Wed, October 8th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Ashland Community Center
162 W Union St, Ashland
Enjoy Hopkinton’s Blue Square Pizza while learning from Heat Pump experts from Laminar Collective and HeatSmart Alliance.
They’ll describe the various types of heat pumps, energy costs, carbon pollution, current heat pump pricing & incentives. They’ll also cover pricing trends for this year into next year and the newly-announced electricity discounts for heat pump owners.
The Q&A panel session that follows will also include local residents who have heat pumps. Click here to let us know you’re coming! We’ll be sure to have enough pizza!
This joint event is sponsored by Energize Ashland, Ashland Sustainability Committee, Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee and the Sustainability Managers from Ashland and Hopkinton

Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources Town Hall
2026-01-30 12:00 - 13:30
DOER’s 3rd annual Town Hall is Jan. 30 from 12:00 – 1:30 pm. We will share key initiatives, timelines and engagement opportunities for 2026, followed by Q&A. The Town Hall will be recorded and shared for those who can’t join. Register at bit.ly/2026-DOER-Town-Hall.

Is a Used EV Right For You?
2026-02-11 12:00 - 14:00
Wednesday, February 11 2026, 12:00pm

Online

Used electric vehicles (EVs) provide all the benefits of driving on electricity – lower maintenance costs, lower fuel costs, and better driving experience – at a more affordable upfront price. Every year, there are more and more used EVs and more varied models. Plus, there are incentives available for the purchase of a used electric car in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Join Green Energy Consumers Alliance for this hour-long webinar to learn more about shopping for used EVs and everything you need to know to feel confident you’re getting a good deal on the right EV for you.

Solar without federal incentives: why it still works and what options exist
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00
Thinking about solar but not sure where to start? Join our webinar to learn how solar works, what options are available, and how it can help lower energy costs while supporting a cleaner, healthier community!

Register: www.tinyurl.com/home-solar-webinar

How to Save Money on an Electric Car in Massachusetts
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
Thursday, February 26 2026, 12:00pm

Online

Massachusetts has had a rebate for electric cars since 2014, called MOR-EV. During this webinar, we’ll go over the rebate in depth.
We’ll talk about:

The rebate for new and used cars
The larger rebate for income-qualified residents
The rebate for trucks
How to access the rebate at the dealership or at home after purchase

The Nature Conservancy: Nature Connects Webinar Series
2026-03-01 08:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00
Join TNC in Massachusetts for lunchtime virtual gatherings as part of our Nature Connects webinar series. It’s a chance to hear from our leading scientists and environmental experts about tackling climate change, protecting land and water and providing food and water sustainably. Watch previous webinar recordings at the links listed here!

Make the Switch: From Gas to Cleaner Induction Cooking
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00
Ready to upgrade your kitchen? Switch from gas to induction for faster, safer, and cleaner cooking!
Join our free webinar on March 19 at 7 PM to learn how induction works, get tips, and discover incentives to make the switch easier.
Register now!

Rotary Club of Wellesley - Repair Café
2026-03-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Warren Building, Washington St, Wellesley, 02481, United States
The Rotary Club of Wellesley is bringing back the Repair Café Event. A free, community meetup focused on fixing things together. Bring broken household items such as clothing, small furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, toys, crockery, and more, and work alongside skilled volunteer “fixers” who provide tools, materials, and hands-on guidance. Registration is required through the Rotary Club of Wellesley’s website. If bringing an item, please register as a guest and list the item you’d like to repair in the comments section of the form.

Ashland Library Event - HYBRID: Ask A Master Gardener Panel with the Ashland Garden Club
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Ashland Public Library, Front Street, Ashland, Massachusetts, US
Spend an evening with three local Master Gardeners who will be available to answer your questions about a wide range of gardening topics, including:
• Not sure about planting perennials for the best outcome?
• What about those hydrangeas?
• What is the best practice for fertilizing in the spring?
• How do I deal with critters: deer, rabbits, skunks, etc.?
• What gardening and horticultural resources are the best to use?
This is a Hybrid Event. When you register, you’ll receive the zoom link in your confirmation and reminder emails. If you are coming in person, we request registration so we know how many chairs to have out.
About our Panelists:
Chris Gatti is a Certified Massachusetts Master Gardener who graduated from the Fall Massachusetts MG Class in 2016. Chris has spent her career working in education, training, and organizational development roles, driven by a strong love of learning. She was an elementary school teacher, a corporate trainer, and then led her own consulting and training firm for 25 years. She has always gardened, influenced by growing up next to her Italian grandfather’s tomato farm. After serving on the MMGA Board of Directors for 8 years, she continues to volunteer for both the Ashland Garden Club, and the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association. She is also a member of the Trustees of the Reservation, The Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and the New England Botanical Garden.
Elena Lapitsky is a Certified Massachusetts Master Gardener who graduated from the Massachusetts MG Class in 2021. Elena retired after nineteen years at BC, teaching the Russian language, and before that in several other High schools. After her retirement from teaching she wanted to continue with her second passion: gardening. Being born in a small country by Baltic Sea, Latvia, in its capital Riga, city that was founded in 13th century, Elena grow up surrounded by many beautiful gardens and parks which were influenced by English garden style. The Museum Of Nature was right next to her house with annual flower shows that she loved to attend. The Botanical Garden was also a place to spend time in the middle of nasty winters and picking amber by the sea after high tides was a routine activity during summer. She is a member of American Horticultural Society, Audubon Society, and Isabella Steward Gardner Museum. Elena is a highly active member of the Ashland Garden Club and offers tours of her amazing “Garden on the Rocks” in Ashland.
Jonathan D. Stein is a Certified Massachusetts Master Gardener who graduated from the Massachusetts MG Class in 2021. Jonathan has spent most of his adult life in health care, now in his 46th year as a practicing chiropractor. Jonathan is a lifelong gardener influenced by his mother’s love of gardening. He is a member of the Ashland Garden Club, the Ashland Community Gardens, American Hosta Society, New England Hosta Society, American Conifer Society, and the New England Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society. He teaches a number of adult education well classes on various gardening topics as well as running a small fine gardening company. In his home garden he has an interest in dwarf conifers, dwarf Japanese maples as well as his woodland garden.
As mentioned, we are thrilled to be partnering with theAshland Garden Club to bring this program to our community. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library.
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Hopkinton Recycling & Reuse Day
2026-04-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Marathon School, 129 Hayden Rowe St, Hopkinton, Massachusetts, US
The Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee is holding their Recycling & Reuse Day on April 4th from 10AM to 1PM at Marathon Elementary (129 Hayden Rowe). This event is an opportunity for Hopkinton and Ashland residents to recycle and reuse items such as electronics, appliances, furniture, textiles, and more!

Heat Pumps 101: Incentives, Quotes & More
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00
Thinking about installing a heat pump? Go for it!
Heat pumps provide efficient heating and cooling, lower your carbon footprint, and can qualify for thousands of dollars in state rebates.
Attend our webinar to learn how heat pumps work, explore incentives, find out how to get quotes from trusted installers, hear from neighbors who have made the switch.
April 22, 2026, 7–8pm
Register: bit.ly/heat-pumps-101

Earth Day Celebration
2026-04-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Corner Spot, 7 Cherry St, Ashland, Massachusetts, US
Save the Date! Join us on Sunday, April 26th for our Earth Day Celebration 🌎
This event will be at @cornerspotashland and running from Noon to 4PM!There will be hands on activities & learning experiences. More information will be coming soon 😊🌿

Ashland Library Event - Virtual-Environmental Book Club: "Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter
2026-05-06 18:30 - 19:30
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registration is required.**
Please join us for the Environmental Book Club. This month we’ll be discussing the book “Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter” by Ben Goldfarb.
Please register for this event. Once you register you will receive the confirmation and reminder emails.
Synopsis:
Our modern idea of what a healthy landscape looks like and how it functions is distorted by the fur trade that once trapped out millions of beavers from North America’s lakes and rivers. Goldfarb shares the powerful story about one of the world’s most influential species. He explains how North America was colonized, how our landscapes have changed over the centuries, and how beavers can help us fight drought, flooding, wildfire, extinction, and the ravages of climate change.
Please register to receive the Zoom link. Check your spam folder if you don’t see it in your inbox. If you have any questions, you can contact us at ashlandprograms@minlib.net
We are pleased to be partnering with Ashland Sustainability and GreenUp Ashland for this program.
We’ll have copies of the book at the library for you to borrow or you can order it from our online catalog.
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Ashland Library Event - Virtual - Environmental Book Club: "Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods"
2026-06-03 18:30 - 19:30
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registration is required.**
Please join us for the Environmental Book Club. This month we’ll be discussing the book “Endangered Eating: America’s Vanishing Foods” by Sarah Lohman.
Please register for this event. Once you register you will receive the confirmation and reminder emails.
Synopsis:
Lohman catalogues important region foods– that are at risk of being lost. These are foods that carry significant cultural weight: unique items that grow in limited locations; products from family farms that are shutting down. Each chapter focuses on a food, and includes two recipes so readers can be a part of saving these ingredients by purchasing and preparing them.
Please register to receive the Zoom link. Check your spam folder if you don’t see it in your inbox. If you have any questions, you can contact us at ashlandprograms@minlib.net
We are pleased to be partnering with Ashland Sustainability and GreenUp Ashland for this program.
We’ll have copies of the book at the library for you to borrow or you can order it from our online catalog.
Sign up for ourAshland Public Library Newsletters!
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This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library.
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