Green Community was a natural fit. A combination of forward-thinking town officials and the growing “green” movement motivated Andover to seek designation as a Green Community. Several town department heads, including the Director of Plant & Facilities and the Director of Planning had individually sought out opportunities for “green” initiatives, while Andover residents had begun questioning town energy policies. As a result, the Andover Green Advisory Board was formed, allowing residents and town government to work together to advance “green” policies and initiatives.