There are many steps we can take to improve our home, health and environment. Please check the resources below for actions that will help us as we turn Beantown into Greentown.

Lower Your Utility Bills and Green Your Home Brochure This brochure provides practical information on lowering your utility bills, making your home a healthier place, green basics on home improvement projects, and quick greening tips. Read More »

Green Options for Home Improvements Before you finalize plans for a home improvement project, consult the Green Options information sheets listed below. These sheets provide sustainable tips for specific projects. Green Options: Paint & Finishes » Appliances » Floors » Windows » Insulation » Cabinetry »

Home Improvement The Homeowner Services Division (HOS) offers Boston's homeowners an array of programs to help renovate their homes, purchase/rehabilitate "fixer-uppers," and upgrade condominiums in one to four family properties. Read More »

Residential Energy Saving Tips There are many things we can do to lower our energy costs; some can be done right away. Consult the Residential Energy Saving Tips checklist for ways you can save on gasoline, energy and water use, and heating and cooling your home. Read More »

Community Gardening Community gardens provide community space to plant your own herbs, vegetables and flowers for low cost, nutritious food for you and your family. It is a great way to meet your neighbors, get exercise, and make your community more beautiful. Consult the Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan for a listing of community gardens in your neighborhood. Read More »

Growing Boston Greener Mayor Menino has committed to planting 100,000 new trees in Boston by the year 2020. By increasing the city's tree canopy cover by 20%, Grow Boston Greener will make our city a healthier place to live and visit, improve air quality, provide shade, and help to lower energy consumption. Read More »

Energy Star Change A Light Campaign The ENERGY STAR Change a Light Campaign is a national challenge to encourage every American to help change the world, one light - one energy-saving step - at a time. You can show your commitment by pledging to replace at least one light in your home with one that has earned the ENERGY STAR. Read More »