Environment & climate in New Hampshire local government
What New Hampshire city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
395 New Hampshire meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in New Hampshire with the most environment & climate activity
- Laconia, NH (52)
- Deering, NH (34)
- Newmarket, NH (31)
- Plaistow, NH (27)
- Dublin, NH (26)
- Windham, NH (24)
- Hampton, NH (24)
- Rye, NH (23)
- Meredith, NH (20)
- Manchester, NH (19)
- Gilmanton, NH (16)
- Keene, NH (14)
Latest matching meetings
Dublin Energy Committee meets to discuss solar and energy audits
The Dublin Energy Committee will review minutes from past meetings and discuss solar energy projects at the Highway Barn and Transfer Station, as well as energy audits for town buildings and lighting upgrades. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
Planning Board to review utility structure and Main Street market items
The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to review two site items: a utility structure application for the Coach Run Condominium Association on Larson Drive and a matter involving Josephine's Market at 219 Main Street. The board will also take member comments and review minutes from the August 3, 2026 meeting. The…
Rye Energy Committee to discuss solar REC reporting and C-PACER adoption
The Rye Energy Committee is meeting to discuss updates on community power, solar renewable energy credit (REC) reporting issues, municipal solar use, and the C-PACER program. They will also review the DPW garage solar project and promote the home energy webpage.
Committee reviews 319 Grant letters and septic issues
The Waukewan Watershed Advisory Committee will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes and discuss watershed management topics. Key business includes a meeting with FBE and NHDES representatives, reviewing Letters of Commitment for a 319 Grant, and discussing septic systems. The agenda also lists a table for Old…
Select Board to hear Library Trustees on green burials, police policy, architects
The Newfields Select Board will hold its regular meeting, starting with a non-public session at 6:45 PM. During the public portion, they will hear from Library Trustees about green burials, Police Chief Young about the Personnel Policy Manual, and SMP Architects. The board will also review and approve checks, meeting…
Planning Board holds public hearing for Village Silversmith site plan at 34 Lafayette Road
The Hampton Falls Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a site plan application from John Bajoras for the Village Silversmith. The application includes a 750 sq/ft addition, a 360 sq/ft shed, and a 1,900 sq/ft water feature at 34 Lafayette Road. The board will also discuss tree removal on…
Rye recycling committee plans outreach, swap shop, plastics program
The Rye Recycling Education Committee is meeting to discuss outreach activities, including a July 4th table reception, Swap Shop update, next plastics program, and newsletter details. They will also plan initiatives with RJH students, a film to post, election tables, and possible dramatic actions to attract public…
Energy School teaches residents about electric bills and savings
The Rye Energy Committee is hosting an Energy School event to educate residents on understanding electric bills, choosing suppliers, and finding money-saving resources. The meeting is informational and includes a solar estimator demonstration, with no formal decisions or votes on the agenda.
Conservation Commission to review 2-lot subdivision at 163 Love Lane
The Rye Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review two wetland-related applications: a 2-lot subdivision with a new home at 163 Love Lane and a mixed-use development with three homes and two commercial buildings at 15 Sagamore Road. The commission will also discuss regular business items including a…
Parsons Creek committee to review enforcement, pump-out, and grant options
The Parsons Creek Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including updates on enforcement actions, watershed pump-out updates, e-mapping of watershed boundaries, and potential 319 grant opportunities. They will also discuss community outreach on beach safety and review beach cleanup results. The…
Energy Committee to discuss highway garage solar array and audit
The Salisbury Energy Committee is meeting to administer the oath of office to alternate Janet Long, approve draft minutes, and discuss the Highway Garage Solar Array project and an energy audit update. The meeting also includes other business and planning for the next meeting.
Planning Board to review draft solar zoning ordinance amendments
The Planning Board will discuss draft amendments to the solar zoning ordinance and provide an update on Master Plan implementation. The meeting also includes an update regarding impact fees.
Zoning board to hear eight property-variance appeals on Ocean Blvd and inland lots
The Rye, NH Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide or continue eight variance requests and one special-exception request. Items include appeals on Ocean Boulevard rebuilds, duplex proposals on Brackett Road, garage-to-living conversions on Pine Street, and multiple tree-cutting, grading, and…
Conservation Commission trails subcommittee meets on Greenway Trail
The Conservation Commission's Trails Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on the Greenway Trail Project and handle any new or old business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
Energy Committee to discuss solar, C-PACER, and community power updates
The Rye Energy Committee is meeting to discuss updates on community power, home energy web resources, solar projects (including plug-in and DPW garage rooftop), and a C-PACER ordinance. They will also review a partnership with Portsmouth for WindowDressers and a Master Plan implementation assignment. The agenda…
Cemetery trustees discuss tree removal and green burial
The Cemetery Trustees are meeting to discuss two main items: a request to remove a fallen tree near Hilton Graveyard and a request to consider creating a green burial space. The board also plans to approve minutes from a prior meeting and contact a contractor about mowing.
Board considers no-parking and loading-zone changes on three streets
The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s Public Safety, Health & Traffic Committee will hear three no-parking proposals and one rescission of a loading-zone designation. The items are sponsored by Aldermen Fajardo and Bonilla and will be discussed in Aldermanic Chambers at City Hall.
Conservation Commission to review two town wetland permit applications
The Conservation Commission will consider two applications for town wetland permits. The body will also review previous meeting minutes and financial reports.
Energy committee reviews renewable projects and recycling program
The Newmarket Energy & Environment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on renewable energy projects, a Community Power program, and recycling initiatives like the TREX program. The meeting also includes presentations on ECM Power and Sol Smart feasibility studies.
Robin Hood Park Renovation Phase 1 presentation to committee
The Municipal Services, Facilities and Infrastructure Committee will receive a presentation on the Robin Hood Park Renovation Phase 1 from CHA, discuss a citizen petition for safety improvements at South Lincoln and Roxbury streets, and review Eversource's request for temporary access on Old Gilsum Road. Other items…
Rye Mosquito Control Commission to review Dragon field work and green head trap plans
The Rye Mosquito Control Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss updates on Dragon field work and green head trap status, and review an invoice. The meeting will also address resident education and coordination with the Rye Civic League.
Hampstead CIC to hear presentations on town operations
The Capital Improvement Committee will hear presentations from the Town Administrator, Recycling Committee, and Historical Committee, followed by an update on Bylaws. No formal decisions are scheduled.
Local Energy Committee to discuss municipal solar and electricity supply
The Local Energy Committee will review minutes, discuss a new contract for the Community Choice Aggregation program, and evaluate solar options for the Police and Fire Departments. The meeting will also include a presentation on community solar facilities and an exploration of alternate electricity suppliers for the…
City Council to discuss City Manager sabbatical and approve funding for traffic and trail projects
The Concord City Council will meet to discuss a proposed three-month sabbatical for the City Manager, review a non-public session regarding property acquisition, and vote on funding for traffic signal improvements and the Merrimack River Greenway Trail. The agenda also includes reports on the Memorial Field Master…
Conservation Commission to conduct site visits for five local projects
The Conservation Commission will perform a series of site walks to review proposed developments and modifications. These visits are used to assess environmental impacts before granting approvals.
Committee to discuss transportation, complete streets, and parking
This is a regular meeting of the Public Transportation Advisory Committee. The agenda includes review of June minutes and discussion items on public transportation, road typology/complete streets, parking management, signing/wayfinding, and progress on 2026 goals. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the…
The Energy Committee will discuss community power and municipal solar initiatives.
The committee is reviewing previous minutes and discussing various energy programs. Topics include town building audits, home energy coaching, and potential new business.
Board holds road hearing on two street discontinuance petitions
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen holds a special road hearing to receive public testimony on two petitions to discontinue portions of North Church Street and the Caron Street turn-around. After the hearing, members will view the affected areas and vote on the petitions.
Committee considers street closures and traffic changes for festival and school area
The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will review a request from GLENDI to close Kenney Street at Hanover Street and Amherst Street at Hilton Street for its annual festival on September 18‑20. It will consider a petition to reduce on‑street parking on Pine Street by one space. The committee will also…
Beach Committee to discuss dredging project and dog ordinance enforcement
The committee will receive presentations on lifeguarding and the enforcement of dog ordinances. Members will also review the recent beach cleanup and discuss a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dredge and fill project.
Council to consider EPA cleanup grant resolution
The City Council will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include a first reading of Resolution 2026-15 for an EPA Cleanup and Assessment Grant, and reconsideration of a Planning Board appointment. The meeting also includes committee reports, city manager and mayor reports, and appointment…
Energy Committee to discuss Solar Zoning Ordinance
The Energy Committee is meeting to review and discuss the town's Solar Zoning Ordinance. The session will also cover old and new business related to energy and community power.
Conservation Commission to review site plans for Belmont Road project
The Commission will review drainage and site plans for a project on Belmont Road. The body will also discuss the Natural Resource Inventory (NRI) and updates regarding the Master Plan Steering Committee.
Select Board to review potential wetland violations on Valley and Cobb Meadow Roads
The Select Board will meet to discuss potential wetland permit violations at three specific properties. They will also review a contract for the Historical Society and sign off on financial and grant reports.
Energy & Environment Committee to discuss community power and renewable energy
The Energy and Environment Advisory Committee will receive updates on community power and renewable energy projects. The body will also discuss the TREX recycling program and plan a Backyard Bash event.
Committee to discuss downtown infrastructure and Elm Street right of way
The Municipal Services, Facilities and Infrastructure Committee will review requests for capital project signage and plastic reduction resolutions. The body will also discuss tree replacement on Maple Avenue and a pocket park designation for 100 Church Street.
Recycling Education Committee to plan community outreach and updates
The committee is meeting to coordinate a guest speaker from Keene and develop new educational materials. They will also discuss updates to plastics recycling and the local swap shop.
Deering committee discusses chloride measurement and engineering RFP
The Chloride Management Plan Implementation Committee is meeting to review the status of H20 rated structures. The group will also discuss methods for measuring chloride levels and provide an update on a request for proposals (RFP) for engineering services.
Commission reviews wetland permit for new home at 81 Brown Ave
The Conservation Commission will consider a town wetland permit for the demolition of a home and construction of a FEMA-compliant residence at 81 Brown Ave. The board will also discuss the Farmers' Market and provide updates on several environmental projects.
Public hearing on DPW tree trimming, application review working session
The Greenfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on DPW tree trimming, then conduct a working session to review applications. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reading of mail and reports.