The Green Team.

An environmental program for K-12 schools in Massachusetts. Empower your schools with interactive environmental education resources and one-on-one support.

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Why it Matters

The Green Team.

An environmental program for K-12 schools in Massachusetts.

Empower your schools with interactive environmental education resources and one-on-one support.

Get your school involved

Why it Matters

Here to help you reach your goals.

One-on-one support from the program consultant team to evaluate your needs and find effective solutions.

Lesson plans

Lesson plans are aligned with K-12 schools in Massachusetts.

Recycling Equipment

You may qualify to receive recycling and composting bins.

Idle Reduction

Idle Reduction Signage to support idling reduction efforts in schools.

Recycling Signage

Download effective recycling and composting signage.

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Our Mission

The Green Team empowers students and teachers to help the environment through waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, energy conservation and pollution prevention.

About the green team

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Hundreds of schools. Tons of waste diverted.

“This was an amazing educational experience for all of the students involved. The Green Team is a WONDERFUL resource, and we are lucky to have you here in MA!“

Minuteman Vocational Technical High School, Lexington

Jennifer Ganley

Spanish Teacher

“The Green Team activities connected the dots. Where our food is coming from, how much effort and resources go into it, and why food is not trash. Students felt very empowered because a simple action has such a big effect!”

Foster Elementary School, Hingham

Christin Eigenmann

Parent Volunteer

“I can’t thank the Green Team enough for being a major component in the smooth roll-out of our Zero Waste Program.”

Lawrence Family Development Charter School, Lawrence

George Masterson

STEM Coordinator

“The Green Team students and the entire school community has benefited from these activities as they have beautified the school grounds through litter cleanups, helped reduce waste in the cafeteria and classrooms, and educated the school community about action we can all take to protect our planet.”

Ottoson Middle School, Arlington

Rachel Oliveri

School Sustainability Coordinator for Arlington Public Schools

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.

Get your school involved

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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The Green Team.

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