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Clean Cars for New Hampshire

We all have to do our part to address global warming. But while the rest of New England is moving forward with programs that will put cleaner, greener cars on the road, New Hampshire is lagging behind. And with global warming one of the most profound threats facing New Hampshire, we need to act quickly to slow and eventually reverse this trend.

Luckily, cleaner, more efficient vehicle technology is available that reduces global warming and toxic air emissions, while saving consumers money at the pump. That's why Environment New Hampshire is calling on Gov. Lynch to step up and adopt the Clean Cars Program in New Hampshire by this fall. Read more.

Latest News

NH Not On Track to Meet Needed Global Warming Pollution Reductions 5/11/2008

Global warming pollution is on the rise and New Hampshire is not on track to meet pollution reduction goals set seven years ago by New England governors, according to new report released today by environmental groups, scientists and legislative leaders.

Our Latest Reports

Falling Behind: New England Must Act Now to Reduce Global Warming Pollution 5/11/2008

Global warming has the potential to disrupt New Hampshire's environment and way of life. An analysis of global warming emission data for 2005, the most recent year available, holds both good news and bad news for the region.

The Future of New Hampshire's Treasured Waterways: A Plan to Protect our Lakes, Rivers, and Estuaries 1/31/2008

New Hampshire’s waterways play an important role in the state’s identity and are known for their natural beauty, exceptional water quality, and ample recreational opportunities. Unfortunately, the future of New Hampshire’s treasured lakes, rivers, and bays is uncertain.

In the News

Report: Region lags on pollution 5/11/2008

New England, and New Hampshire in particular, is not on track to meet its targets for global warming pollution reductions - a commitment made in 2001 - according to a report issued by a coalition of environmental groups.

Study examines severe storm trends 12/05/2007

Severe rain and snow storms are 61 percent more frequent in New England than they were 60 years ago and 83 percent more frequent in New Hampshire alone, according to a study released Tuesday. The Environment New Hampshire report “When it rains, it pours: global warming and the rising frequency of extreme precipitation in the United States” examined trends in the frequency of large rain and snow storms in the country since 1948.

State receives an F in climate report 11/29/2007

New Hampshire received a failing grade from environmental groups yesterday for not reducing greenhouse gas emissions and was ranked the worst among New England states and eastern Canadian provinces for not doing enough to address climate change.