Here to help you reach your goals.
One-on-one support from the program consultant team to evaluate your needs and find effective solutions.
Our Mission
The Green Team empowers students and teachers to help the environment through waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, energy conservation and pollution prevention.
Hundreds of schools. Tons of waste diverted.
why it matters
When you implement environmental programs like The Green Team, you can positively impact your community, your school, families, and teachers.
✔ Navigate waste ban thresholds & regulations.
✔ Understand Recycling Dividends Program Funds (RDP)
✔ Provide teachers with curriculum and resources to support their classroom instruction.
✔ Educate and inspire students to feel empowered and make positive change in their communities.
How it works
The Green Team environmental program, funded by MassDEP, welcomes teachers, faculty, volunteers, and administrators to participate and make a difference.
01 Register your school.
Start by filling out the registration form.
02 Get permission from the principal.
You will need the principal or lead administrator’s signature to receive free equipment.
03 Receive personalized support.
Once registered, you will be connected with the Green Team to receive personalized support to meet your needs and no-cost technical assistance to achieve your goals.
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13 Stories from Schools Recognized for their Environmental Work in the 2018-2019 School Year
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13 Eco-Stars Recognized for their Environmental Work in the 2015-2016 School Year
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