Sustainable Dedham

Reminder, Dedham joined the worldwide efforts to reduce single-use plastic bags. Town bylaw to dramatically restrict their availability went into effect on July 23, 2021. For more see: dedham-ma.gov/Home/Component… @DedhamDpw #Sustainability

Shout out to the Dedham DPW team who do so much around town! From overseeing recycling, to managing construction on our streets, to maintaining our trees, thank you for all you do to ensure a #SustainableDedham. @DedhamDPW

The miles we travel in cars add up! #DidYouKnow Dedham residents drive more miles a year than the distance from Earth to the sun? Imagine what we could do for the planet if we put those resources elsewhere. Learn more on the #SustainableDedham Dashboard: bit.ly/3go928Y

$68 of every $100 spent at a local business stays in our economy. Supporting local businesses also reduces pollution from shipping products long distances. Learn why and how to #ShopLocal in Dedham: dedhamsquarecircle.org/get-i… @dedhamsquare"

Dedham has 374,880 feet of stormwater piping; that adds up to 71 miles! More frequent and intense rainfall means this vital infrastructure will be strained. Learn about what’s under the surface of our streets on the #SustainableDedham Dashboard: bit.ly/3hPj4R7

Working in your yard? Try an approach that will keep our local waterways clean by reducing stormwater pollution. Simple actions like limiting fertilizers and cleaning up after your pet can help to keep our water safe. More tips here: bit.ly/3fi8GzH @DedhamConservation

It's #PollinatorWeek! One out of three bites of food depends on honeybees! You can help protect our buzzy friends by planting native gardens and limiting chemicals on your lawn this summer! Check out this guide from @MassAudubon on pollinator gardens: bit.ly/2SrFT2s

Are you recycling right? ♻️ Lots of "wishcycling" happens when we’re not sure what can be recycled properly. This contamination comes at a cost to the Town. Test your knowledge and see what can go in your bin at recyclesmartma.org/ #SustainableDedham

Are you ready for fresh summer veggies? Head to the #Dedham Farmers Market for opening day on June 16th in Dedham Square! Enjoy live music and support our local farmers. #SustainableDedham dedhamsquarecircle.org/farme…

#DidYouKnow that #Dedham generates enough trash each year to fill up Gillette Stadium to the top of the goal posts? 🏈 Learn more about why it’s important to reduce what we throw out on the #SustainableDedham Dashboard: bit.ly/34cA0ZE

Happy #EarthDay2021 -- and remember Dedham's Recycle Day is Saturday!

Happy #EarthDay, #DedhamMA! Test your knowledge about climate change and sustainability with this short quiz! Compare your green score with friends and family: bit.ly/2QdsbzT #SustainableDedham #DedhamThrives

Are you interested in composting? The Environmental Department has placed an order for Earth Machine compost bins and they will be available for pickup mid-August. The compost bins will be $25.00. Email [email protected] to reserve a bin. @sustainablededham @recyclesmart

Do you have questions about what is recyclable? The Recycle Smart website has a great Recyclopedia for all your pressing questions. Visit recyclesmartma.org @Townofdedham @RecycleSmartMA @DedhamTranscrip @dedhamsquare @DedhamDpw @DedhamThrives

Did you know that the Arctic reached 100.4 degrees in June?! This is abnormal and shows a clear connection to human induced global warming. Dedham continues to lead by example with the Sustainable Dedham Climate Action & Resiliency Plan. Learn more sustainablededham.org

Have you seen our Sustainable Dedham video? This was created by @TheKimLundgren to launch our Sustainable Dedham Climate Action & Resiliency Plan. If you don't have time to read the plan, be sure to check this out for a quick summary of the plans goals. vimeo.com/432364327

We did it! We created a plan for a Healthy. Resilient. Together. Dedham. That’s the vision for #SustainableDedham that you’ll find in our new Climate Action and Resiliency Plan. Watch our video sustainablededham.org./action-plan

Do your part and scoop the poop! Dog waste can harm your health as the feces caries harmful E. coli bacteria and other pathogens that can contaminate water bodies we recreate in, as well as parks and trails. More information at yourcleanwater.org/residents…