Pesticides
Pesticides contain toxic chemicals that can harm people, animals and the environment. Outside, they can leach into water systems. TURI provides grants to reduce the use of pesticides and to promote safer ways to manage pests.
MetroWest Prevention & Wellness Partnership; Healthy Homes Initiative |
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The MetroWest Prevention & Wellness Partnership created tool kits and resources for indoor integrated pest management and healthy household cleaners. These materials were distributed during asthma home assessments at health care and community locations throughout Hudson, Framingham, and Marlborough. Read more... |
Bee Friendly Williamstown |
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The project team hosted training programs for landscape professionals and home owners, conducted tours of pollinator-friendly gardens and worked with local partners on educational opportunities for adults and children. Read more... |