Human activity is warming the planet. This change is already reshaping how we live and interact with our environment in New Hampshire, across New England and beyond.
From NHPR, By Degrees is a climate change reporting project that tells stories of the people grappling with the challenges of our changing world, and exploring possible solutions. By Degrees explains the science – and the historical context – of our changing climate and why it’s impacting Granite Staters in unequal ways. We’ll answer your questions, hold decision makers accountable, and explore how our state and region are living through this major transition and responding to it.
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Most studies looking at large-scale environmental changes analyze one shift at a time. But UNH researchers looked at two effects of burning fossil fuels: soil warming up and nitrogen levels rising.
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The program, run by researchers from Dartmouth and the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory, allows students to test their water for arsenic. It has already increased testing in several towns.
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Scientists at the Appalachian Mountain Club analyzed thousands of photos from hikers. They found that plants are flowering and growing leaves earlier.
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Seventeen hydro facilities in the state will get money for projects like replacing parts and building ladders for fish to bypass dams.
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Critics say the proposed rules could make utility regulation less transparent and participatory.
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Extreme weather is becoming more of a risk with climate change. State insurance officials say they want to meet people where they are to help.
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An outlook from federal scientists shows the state has a 60% to 70% chance of having warmer-than-usual temperatures through November.
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Sununu created a new Department of Energy, appointed all of the leaders of the Public Utilities Commission, and avoided support for the transition away from fossil fuels. Democratic candidates now have new plans for the state’s approach to climate change.
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Blue-green scum on the surface of the water is a sign that it may be dangerous to swim. Blooms have been spotted across much of Lake Winnipesaukee.
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Two other relief programs approved in 2022 still don’t have rules approved for their application processes, and have not dispersed any funds.