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Wellesley Climate Action Committee—Reduce Your Climate Impact: Weatherize Your Home!
SPONSORED CONTENT: The following is the part of a series by the Wellesley Climate Action Committee of practical ways to reduce your climate impact.
Wishing for a cozier home as chilly winter temperatures set in? Interested in saving money while helping preserve the planet for future generations? The Town’s “Climate Action—Be Part of It!” campaign shares six practical ways you can reduce your carbon footprint—starting with weatherizing your home.
Weatherizing isn’t just about cutting emissions—it also boosts your home’s comfort and saves you money. By sealing air leaks and adding insulation, you can reduce your home’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by up to 30%. That’s a powerful step toward helping Wellesley reach its ambitious goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Why Weatherize?
Weatherization improves your indoor comfort by reducing drafts, stabilizing indoor temperatures, and controlling moisture. It also lowers your heating and cooling bills, increases your home’s value, and helps extend the lifespan of your HVAC systems. Plus, many homeowners qualify for incentives that cover 50–100% of weatherization costs, along with up to 30% in tax credits. Federal tax credits apply to installations made before December 31, 2025.
Ready to take action?
The first step is a free home energy assessment to pinpoint where your home is losing energy. If you heat with natural gas, call 781-305-3319; for oil, propane, or electric heating, call 888-577-8448.
Your home energy assessment will include tailored recommendations such as adding insulation, sealing air leaks, upgrading windows and doors, improving ductwork, or even planning energy-efficient renovations and additions. And don’t worry about the costs — there are plenty of incentives to help offset your investment. These upgrades will lower your energy bills and boost your home’s value, making weatherization a win-win.
For personalized guidance, connect with a Wellesley Energy Coach at EnergyCoach@wellesleyma.gov.
More practical ways you can reduce your carbon footprint
Reduce your climate footprint—go solar
Reduce your climate footprint—heat and cool with heat pumps
Reduce your climate footprint—reduce waste
Reduce your climate footpring—get around sustainably
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Holiday Gift Guide 2025—rediscover the joy of shopping local
Make your holiday gift-giving list, check it twice, then pop into Ana Katarina’s, Pattee’s, Vivilicious Chocolates, Sara Campbell, Linden Square, and Page Waterman to make a solid start on your shopping. These are the places to hit for something truly unique, special hostess gifts, and even (or especially!) a little bit of self-gifting.
Ana Katarina
Pattee’s
Sara Campbell
Linden Square
Page Waterman
More local shopping options—Kenzie & Hope; The Cashmere Sale; Anderson’s Jewelers; London Harness; Wellesley Square
Feast & Fettle Handles Thanksgiving for Wellesley Families
SPONSORED CONTENT: This Thanksgiving, Feast & Fettle is helping families across Greater Boston enjoy a home-style holiday meal, without the stress of cooking.
Feast & Fettle’s highly anticipated Thanksgiving Menu is crafted for families who love a homemade holiday meal, but not the hours in the kitchen that come with it. Everything is fully prepared, locally made, and delivered fresh on Wednesday, November 26, just in time for a relaxed Thanksgiving Day.
On the menu? Herb-Crusted Turkey Breast with Gravy, Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham, and a vegetarian favorite: Pumpkin Ravioli with Cider Cream Sauce. Pair your main with classic sides like Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble, or Brussels Sprouts with Honey-Dijon, all available for households of any size.
And don’t forget dessert. Choose from housemade pies (Pumpkin, Apple Streusel, Pecan, and more) or go all in with the Levain Bakery® Fall Cookie Box, a member favorite that’s as indulgent as it sounds.
Feast & Fettle is also making it easy to give back this season. Through a partnership with Pine Street members can donate a warm Thanksgiving meal along with their purchase.
The deadline to order is Monday, November 24, and spots fill quickly. Explore the full menu and reserve your delivery at You can explore the full Thanksgiving menu and schedule your delivery at Feast & Fettle’s Thanksgiving Menu here.
Because less time in the kitchen means more time at the table.
Wellesley Climate Action Committee—Get Around Sustainably and Reduce Your Climate Impact
SPONSORED CONTENT: Want to make a real difference in your community and help preserve the planet for future generations? In this series, the Town of Wellesley’s Climate Action Committee shares six practical ways you can reduce your carbon footprint. This post focuses on getting around sustainably.
Transportation, especially personal gas-powered vehicles, accounts for 34% of Wellesley’s greenhouse gas emissions. Fortunately, there are many ways to cut emissions from daily travel. If you do need a car, consider switching to an electric vehicle (EV).
Curious how fuel costs compare between electric- and gas-powered cars? Check out WattPlan, our new EV comparison tool!
Drive Electric
- Massachusetts offers a rebate of up to $3,500.
- Wellesley Municipal Light Plant (WMLP) offers a $250 rebate for a permanently installed Level 2 charger in the home and a $96 annual credit for off-peak charging.
- Electric vehicles allow you to save over $5,000 in maintenance costs over 5–8 years, as EVs require no oil changes or tune-ups.
- EVs are eco-friendly because they produce zero tailpipe emissions, and the electricity used can come from renewable sources.
- EVs offer enhanced performance with superior acceleration and smoother handling.
Walk or Bike
Did you know that 30% of vehicle trips are under two miles? Walking or biking reduces emissions and provides a great way to stay active. Wellesley boasts 47 miles of trails, including the ADA-compliant Brook Path.
Use Public Transportation
Wellesley offers these transportation options to help you reduce your reliance on personal vehicles:
- MWRTA CATCH Connect: A free, curb-to-curb micro-transit service that connects residents to destinations within Wellesley and to nearby MBTA Green Line T stations and Commuter Rail stations.
- MWRTA Route 1 Bus: Operated by the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA), this free bus service runs between the Natick Mall and the Woodland MBTA T Station, passing through various locations in Wellesley.
- MBTA Commuter Rail: The Framingham Worcester Line runs between Worcester and Boston with three stops in Wellesley. Use mTicket with your smartphone to pay for Commuter Rail tickets.
- CharlieCard: A convenient way to pay for MBTA subways and buses.
Ready to take action?
Visit the Get Around Sustainably page to learn more.
More practical ways you can reduce your carbon footprint
Free Theatre Festival presented by Wellesley Repertory Theatre and Wellesley College Theatre
SPONSORED CONTENT: Wellesley Repertory Theatre (WRT) and Wellesley College Theatre will present a Theatre Festival featuring alums, September 24-30.
Hosted by the Wellesley College Theatre Program, the inaugural WRT Festival will showcase presentations by the WRT Grant Recipients. The week will include creative gatherings, presentations, and panels by grads and students sharing their multidisciplinary performance work.
The Festival is anchored by the work and creative vision of the three first recipients of the WRT Grant, all Wellesley College grads: Maia Macdonald (Class of ‘06); Sabina Sethi Unni (Class of ‘19); and Annie Wang (Class of ‘14). All presentations are free and
open to the public.
Theatre Festival highlights
Flood Sensor Aunty, directed and written by Sabina Sethi Unni
Saturday, September 27, 5pm and Sunday, September 28, at 3pm
Alumnae Hall Amphitheatre
Halfway between really funny devised theater and culturally competent community disaster prevention, this outdoor piece is about how the best way to protect yourself from flooding, climate change, and despair is through knowing your neighbors.
Slow Motion Cumbia: Stages (I), by Maia Macdonald
Directed by Krystine Summers
Saturday, Sept. 27, 7pm
Alumnae Hall Auditorium
Slow Motion Cumbia: Stages (I) is a syncretic, adaptable work in process, moving from haunted reckoning to creation amidst crisis.
The Actress Who Died A Thousand Deaths, Co-created by Cinthia Chen and Annie Jin Wang
Conceived by Cinthia Chen
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 7pm
Ruth Nagel Jones Theatre
In a surreal dreamscape, legendary film star Anna May Wong comes face-to-face with her younger self in the nascent years of Hollywood’s Orientalist obsessions.
So much more
Get more info and see the full Festival schedule.
Contact wctheatre@wellesley.edu with questions
Wellesley Climate Action Committee—reduce your climate impact by weatherizing your home
SPONSORED CONTENT: The following is the first in a series by the Wellesley Climate Action Committee of practical ways to reduce your climate impact.
Want to make a real difference in your community and help preserve the planet for future generations? In this series, the Wellesley Climate Action Committee will share six practical ways you can reduce your carbon footprint—starting with weatherizing your home.
Weatherizing isn’t just about cutting emissions—it also boosts your home’s comfort and saves you money. By sealing air leaks and adding insulation, you can reduce your home’s greenhouse gas emissions by up to 30%. That’s a powerful step toward helping Wellesley reach its ambitious goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Why Weatherize?
Weatherization improves your indoor comfort by reducing drafts, stabilizing indoor temperatures, and controlling moisture. It also lowers your heating and cooling bills, increases your home’s value, and helps extend the lifespan of your HVAC systems. Plus, many homeowners qualify for incentives that cover 50–100% of weatherization costs, along with up to 30% in tax credits. Federal tax credits apply to installations made before December 31, 2025.
Ready to take action?
The first step is a free home energy assessment to pinpoint where your home is losing energy. If you heat with natural gas, call 781-305-3319; for oil, propane, or electric heating, call 888-577- 8448.
Your home energy assessment will include tailored recommendations—such as adding insulation, air-leak sealing, upgrading windows and doors, improving ductwork, or even planning energy-efficient renovations and additions. And don’t worry about the costs—there are plenty of incentives to help offset your investment. These upgrades will lower your energy bills and boost your home’s value, making weatherization a win-win.
For personalized guidance, connect with a Wellesley Energy Coach at EnergyCoach@wellesleyma.gov.