Forest Society Blog - News & Features

Our involvement here directly relates to our mission to “to perpetuate the forests of New Hampshire through their wise use and their complete reservation in places of special scenic beauty."

One notable findings from the poll: six in 10 New Hampshire residents feel that climate change is happening now and is caused mainly by human activities.

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services will be holding two public events in December to update the public about the development of the New Hampshire Comprehensive Climate Action Plan program.

This historic legislation established a dedicated and permanent means for the conservation and protection of America’s irreplaceable natural, historic, cultural, and outdoor sites, including essential watersheds, open spaces, parks, trails and more.

We are hopeful that the passage of the bill into law marks a significant step forward to address the environmental contamination and public health consequences from PFAS. 

NH DES announced it will begin the planning and drafting of the CCAP at two kickoff events in September.

The Farm Bill is one of the largest and most complex pieces of legislation the Congress considers. 

Overall funding for Forest and Rangeland Research would be increased to $319 million in the Senate bill, which is a $19 million increase compared with FY24.