Have you noticed the new sign on the “metal” recycling bin at the transfer station that says “Sort and Support?” If you’re wondering what that is all about, please keep reading. Did you know that the Hingham Transfer Station has specially marked bins for redeemable cans and plastic bottles (those marked with the nickel redemption) …
March 31, 226 By Hingham Green Living Contributor, Charlie Inglis (Photo Credit: NOAA) On February 12, 2026, the EPA marked an unfortunate milestone. The 2009 Endangerment Finding was officially rescinded, marking the largest deregulatory act in U.S. history. The Endangerment Finding, discussed in December’s Opinion: Is Our Air in Danger?, was an article under the …
March 30, 2026 By Maria Zade for the Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee As Earth Day approaches, Hingham residents have multiple opportunities to show their love for Hingham’s environment. Read on for more ways that you and your household can help to keep Hingham clean and green. Town Wide Cleanup Make a difference in our neighborhood …
December 8, 2025 By Charlie Inglis, Hingham Resident and Green Living Contributor for the Hingham Anchor On July 30, 2025, the Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposal to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding. What does this mean for Hingham and the rest of the country? It means dirtier air, rising sea levels, and more severe …
July 23, 2025 by Charlie Inglis Happy Birthday to Jaws! You may have heard that Jaws, one of the most famous and influential movies of all time, turned 50 years old on June 20th. What you may not know is that while the movie did provoke public fear of sharks, it also inspired much of …
July 8, 2025 Submitted by The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee The Hingham Transfer Station is proud to announce a new recycling opportunity for residents. High-density polyethylene (HDPE #2) plastic containers can now be recycled in the bin pictured below. The sign says “frosted” plastic, to distinguish it from the solid white milk jugs or other colored containers also …
April 22, 2025 By John Borger, Hingham Net Zero & Energy Action Committee 1. What It Is An energy code extension authorized by the MA 2021 Climate Act with the intent that new buildings will be consistent with a net zero MA economy by 2050. A moderate add-on to our existing building code affecting new construction only. …
April 17, 2025 By Cleaner Greener Hingham Help make a difference in our neighborhood by joining Cleaner Greener Hingham Day 2025! We’ll be tackling litter and beautifying multiple sites around town, and we need your help! Date: May 4, 2025 Time: 9am – 1pm How to Participate: Visit our signup page to choose a cleanup …
April 11, 2025 By John Borger, Hingham Net Zero, Hingham Energy Action Committee Citizens will vote at Town Meeting on Monday, April 28th on a warrant article proposing that Hingham adopt the state’s most recent building energy code – the Opt-In Specialized Code. This code encourages those involved in constructing new buildings to erect all-electric buildings that …
April 3, 2025 By Charlie Inglis The past two months have been a whirlwind of environmental activity at the federal level. Here are just a few recent developments: The United States withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement. The Endangered Species Act (ESA) is under attack, freezing protections of endangered species and almost guaranteeing multiple species’ …
