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Summit a Public Comment in Support of NH Emission Targets

Submitting a quick digital comment can make a difference in how New Hampshire chooses to proceed with addressing greenhouse gas emissions! The New Hampshire Emission Commission—an ad hoc commission working toward identifying science-based emission reduction goals for New Hampshire—is nearing a conclusion of it’s work and will soon be writing a report either supporting or not […]

The Climate Solution that Pays Families: A Local Conversation on A National Policy

Virtual

What if there was a way to stop climate change while boosting the economy AND putting money in your pocket? It’s called the carbon cash-back solution, and with your help, it could become a reality. Join the Keene Clean Energy Team & the Monadnock Sustainability Hub for a free virtual event on Jan. 12th, featuring […]

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Climate Resilience in New England, How Does NH Stack Up?

Virtual

This free webinar was prompted by the recent release of a report from the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), “New England State Climate Action Assessment 2022.” Dr Reinmar Seidler, UMass Boston and NH Network, will moderate a discussion led by Jo Field and Miriam Israel, UNH Sustainability Institute Summer Fellows and Roger Stephenson, Northeast Regional […]

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Climate Cafe – Listen – Be Heard – Connect

Keene Public Library Heberton Hall 60 Winter Street, Keene, United States

Concerned about the Climate Crisis, want to help but not sure how? Come to the inaugural Keene Climate Cafe at the Keene Public Library! All over the world people in towns and cities are meeting at non-judgmental Climate Cafe sessions to talk about what matters, and see what ideas emerge. Register for this free event […]

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National Day of Action Against Banks Funding Fossil Fuel Projects

Central Square Central Square, Keene, United States

Keene's Clean Energy Team encourages those wishing to call out large banks funding fossil fuel projects (such as Bank of America) to join the like-minded at Central Square in Keene from 3:30-5pm -  and think about divesting from these banks. This is one of >100 actions across the US on the date, orchestrated by Third […]

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Community Supported Solar and Solar Array Tour

Sun Moon Farm 121 Thomas Rd, Rindge, NH, United States

Cheshire County Conservation District continues its 2023 series focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects for farmers and service providers, with a visit to Rindge to learn about a big solar project! This event showcases an exciting, carbon-slashing energy collaboration between CCCD, MSH, Sun Moon Farm, with partner ReVision Energy, who designed and […]

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NHPR By Degrees Climate Summit

UNH Strafford Room 83 Main St, Durham, United States

Hosted by NHPR’s climate & energy reporter Mara Hoplamazian, this summit brings together people from across the region to talk about opportunities for transformative action in the face of the climate change crisis. Hear about climate solutions that address more than just our environment; solutions that could change the way we live, how we get around, […]

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Rally for Climate Action

Central Square Central Square, Keene, United States

The Keene Clean Energy Team hosts an Earth Day Rally in Central Square. This is shaping up to be an exciting event! They offer a great lineup of speakers, including City Planner Mari Brunner and Mayor Hansel to share info about Keene's energy plan. It would be fantastic to have a big crowd, so we […]

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WKBK Radio News and Talk: Clean Energy News

Virtual

Tune in to this local radio station for interviewer Raleigh Ormerod - Keene City Council member and committee member - speaking with Senator Maxine Watters (state senate Energy Committee), Sam Evans-Brown (Clean Energy NH), Cheshire County Commissioner Terry Clark on Cheshire County Community Power and Jude Nuru (Keene Energy and Climate Committee member and ReVision […]

Clearing the Fog: Myths and Misconceptions Around Offshore Wind in New England

Virtual

Offshore wind is said to be New England’s greatest untapped energy resource. Today, Europe has well over 5000 offshore turbines producing carbon-free energy. The US has five. There is a strong push to access this clean energy, but – it’s complicated! There is pushback from many quarters.  In this webinar, a panel of experts will address the fog […]

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The Global Stakes of Climate and Clean Energy: Panel Discussion on upcoming COP 28 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Virtual

Global climate negotiations will continue with the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP) 28 conference in the United Arab Emirates (UAR) in December. The Harvard Kennedy School New England Alumni Association (HKSNEAA) presents a lively discussion of the state of global climate action and the development of a clean energy economy as the world […]

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Woodstock (VT) Commercial Electric Mower Demonstration

Woodstock Union High School 100 Amsden Way, Woodstock, Vermont, United States

Riding mowers, push mowers, blowers, trimmers, and chain saws will be available for hands-on demonstrations! Visit scenic Woodstock, VT to try out equipment from MeanGreen, Gravely, GreenWorks, EGO Power+, and TORO. Learn about VT cities and organizations that have transitioned to all-electric equipment. Free food and beverages - lunch will be provided by MeanGreen. Enter […]

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Keep NH Green: Environmental Summit

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH, United States

GOAL: Future planning: New Hampshire needs your vision to grow & stay healthy! Where do we go from here? The host organization's mission statement is, "Our mission is to foster clean, cost-effective investments and environmentally responsible policies, laws and regulations, making New Hampshire a leader rather than a laggard in addressing pollution and climate change."  Your […]

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Weathering the Storm: Towards Local Climate Resilience in the Monadnock Region

Cheshire County Delegation Hall 12 Court Street, Keene, NH, United States

This past summer, many areas in the Monadnock Region experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall. Over recent decades, extreme precipitation has become more common, a trend that is expected to continue in the years to come. Other forms of severe weather are also becoming "the new normal," including heat waves and seasonal drought. Snowfall […]

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Virtual Solar Tour

This self-directed walking/biking tour of local homes, nonprofits, and businesses will show over 30 building owners and their stories about generating their own energy with solar panels - on YOUR schedule!  

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Home Battery Systems: An in-depth discussion on back-up battery power for your home

Virtual

Learn about: 1. Various home battery systems: Tesla Powerwall, Generac, SolarEdge, FranklinWH, Fortress (with Sol-Ark inverter) and more! 2. How to size a battery for a home 3. DC coupled vs. AC coupled storage 4. Transactive Energy (using EV's to feed the grid) 5. Bidirectional EV charging 6. Grid-tied vs. off-grid storage systems 7. Fire […]

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NH Sierra Club Climate Action : Hear from State Rep. Rebecca McWilliams

NH Sierra Club's monthly meeting, this time including State Rep. McWilliams who will share about a few bills and the Science, Technology and Energy Com. These meetings offer a chance to be with friends and offer the opportunity to plan, act and grow a community-based movement in New Hampshire. This year in New Hampshire we […]

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Why Electrify? Interactive Educational Session

Virtual

You are invited to Rewiring America's first-ever educational course! Why Electrify is an interactive, 90-minute online session designed with electrification beginners and newbies in mind. Organizers will explain what "electrifying everything" means and the benefits this energy switch could unlock for American households. A sneak-preview is available on You Tube. To register go to Rewiring America.

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Global Flourishing Conference

Virtual

What can science teach us about how to help more people flourish amid the compounding crises of the 21st century? Learn from leading experts in the field of flourishing across a range of disciplines. A session of interest to climate action advocates: Planetary flourishing: inspiring science, wisdom and action. The Global Flourishing Conference is virtual […]

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NH Climate Action Plan Update – Stakeholder Listening Session

Virtual

The NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) seeks "stakeholder"* input to guide their update to the state's Climate Action Plan. This session is one of three cross-sector gatherings where people working on greenhouse gas and air pollution reduction efforts, advocates, non-profits, regional and city/town planners, association leaders, etc. can talk together about priorities and projects […]

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Canvassing on Climate – The Power of Listening to Persuade

Virtual

The Yale Center for Environmental Communication invites you to a conversation on deep canvassing around climate change moderated by Dr. Joshua Kalla, Associate Professor of Political Science at Yale University, and featuring Montana Burgess, Executive Director of Neighbours United and Steve Deline, Co-Founder at The New Conversation Initiative. “Deep canvassing” is an outreach method that […]

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EPA Clean School Bus Program – Overview of Tax Credits Applicable to School Buses

Virtual

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a webinar with the Department of the Treasury that will provide an overview of IRS Tax Credits that may be used in tandem with the Clean School Bus (CSB) Program, or separately for those who did not apply or did/do not win an EPA award. This is about […]

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NH Climate Action Plan Update – Community Input to DES

Virtual

NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) received a federal grant to update their 2009 "climate action plan." 350 New Hampshire (350NH) deems the 2009 NHDES plan to be insufficient and ineffective in meeting goals to combat the climate crisis in our state. This is one of three virtual meetings for members of the wider community […]

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Climate Resilience Grants for Farmers – Information Session

Virtual

NH County Conservation Districts are offering a virtual information session for farmers considering applying for a grant in the current funding round, for which applications close February 1st. Cheshire County Conservation District encourages applications from Monadnock-region agricultural producers who seek help funding projects that mitigate the impact of agriculture on climate change and enhance the […]

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