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How Green Is Jamaica Plain?
Does JP make it easy for you to live an earth-friendly lifestyle? What do you wish was different?

Towns across the country are getting new recycling centers, giving away rain barrels and installing parking meters with solar panels. Here at Patch, we want to know: What makes Jamaica Plain green?
The truth is: a lot. Jamaica Plain is heavily focused on green living. Here's how:
Several eateries offer locally prodcued, organic food, saving energy costs. Harvest, CityFeed just to name a few.
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A door-to-door composting business was started in Jamaica Plain.
There are many community gardens.
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The Arnold Arboretum is here.
Boston is the third most green city in the U.S., according to The Mother Nature Network's top 10 list. Check it out and see if any of these cities match your town's initiatives.
TELL US: What else does Jamaica Plain do to help you go green? Do you use any resources from the town to stay green? Share in the comments below.
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