Community Resource Guide 
Environment / Sustainability
Explore and conserve the environment.
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Bedrock Bioremediation Center
Multidisciplinary Research
Cutting-edge research available to federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and environmental consultants.
» Bedrock Bioremediation Center
Phone: (603) 862-1422
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Boat-based Educational Activities
Learning About Our Coastal Waters Through Hands-On Experiences
Help middle- and high-school students learn about our coastal waters through boat cruises and other opportunities.
» UNH Sea Grant Extension
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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Carbon Solutions New England
Initiatives include collective actions to achieve a clean, secure energy future; scientific, policy and economic analysis related to promoting clean energy and lowering greenhouse gas emissions in the region.
» Carbon Solutions New England
Phone: 603-862-2329
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Center for Business and Economic Research
Research and Consulting Services for N.H. Businesses and Communities
The center helps match clients with appropriate business and economic consultants for environmental and tax policy, local and regional economic development, and more.
» Whittemore School of Business and Economics
Phone: (603) 862-3335
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Center for Freshwater Biology
An Ongoing Effort to Preserve New Hampshire's Lakes
Provides information, training, and assistance to the state in developing management programs for freshwater resources.
» Center for Freshwater Biology
Phone: (603) 862-2105
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College Woods
A Living Laboratory
College Woods offers hundreds of acres of educational and recreational space all year round.
» Department of Natural Resources and the Environment
Phone: (603) 862-1700
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Cooperative Extension
Putting Knowledge and Research to Work in Our Local Communities
Ten county outreach offices provide information on agriculture, forestry and wildlife, family development, 4-H youth development, food and nutrition, environmental management, and community development.
» UNH Cooperative Extension
Phone: (603) 749-4445
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Day of the Coast Celebration
Environmental Learning for Students Grades 1-8
A day of customized activities designed to help elementary and middle school students and teachers augment their environmental curriculum.
» UNH Sea Grant Extension
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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Environmental Research Group
A Resource for New Hampshire Municipalities
Works with communities, businesses, and state and federal agencies in the areas of drinking water treatment, site remediation, waste utilization, and other concerns.
» Environmental Research Group
Phone: (603) 862-4334
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Great Bay Coast Watch
Volunteers Working to Preserve Our Great Bay and Coastal Waters
Teachers, health and business professionals, homemakers, retirees, and students are trained to monitor the health of the Great Bay Estuary.
» UNH Sea Grant Extension
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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Greenhouse Complex
Lectures and the Spring Tour Inspire Plant Lovers
Tour the Greenhouse Complex, including the Plant Conservatory, home to exotic tropical plants. A plant lover's paradise.
» UNH Greenhouse Complex
Phone: (603) 862-2061
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Insect Collection
Provides Insect Identifications and Information
Insect identification and information through one of New England's largest insect collections, with more than 600,000 specimens and 12,000 New Hampshire species.
» Department of Biological Sciences
Phone: (603) 862-1735
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Integrated Pest Management Program
Advises Local Gardeners and Produce Growers
Pest management techniques and resources.
» UNH Cooperative Extension
Phone: (603) 862-1734
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Jackson Estuarine Laboratory
Research that Supports Environmental Projects Throughout the World
Located on the shores of the Great Bay Estuary, the lab is ideally suited for estuarine research.
» Jackson Estuarine Laboratory
Phone: (603) 862-5127
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Lakes Lay Monitoring Project
Statewide Volunteers Assist in Gathering Water-Quality Data
An internationally recognized volunteer monitoring program with more than 500 volunteers who monitor water quality in over 100 lakes and assist in participatory research projects.
» New Hampshire Water Resources Research Center
Phone: (603) 862-3848
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Land and Water Conservation Program
Assistance to N.H. Communities and Conservation Groups
Assists New Hampshire communities and private conservation groups with land and water conservation planning.
» UNH Cooperative Extension
Phone: (603) 364-5324
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Marine Docent Program
A Learning Opportunity for Volunteers Who Love the Sea
An organization of volunteers from all walks of life dedicated to the conservation and wise use of marine resources.
» University of New Hampshire Marine Docents
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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New Hampshire Carbon Challenge
Initiatives include helping New Hampshire and New England households reduce their energy consumption and protect our climate.
» New Hampshire Carbon Challenge
Phone: 603-862-3128
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New Hampshire Center for a Food Secure Future
Promoting food systems that support sound nutrition and healthy sustainable communities
Initiatives include agriculture, the food environment, food security, and health and nutrition in our state and region.
» University Office of Sustainability
Phone: 603-862-5040
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New Hampshire Farm to School
Promotes a community-based, community-supported school food community
Initiatives include agriculture, health and nutrition, K-12 connections to local farms, curriculum
» New Hampshire Farm to School
Phone: 603-862-2542
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New Hampshire State Climate Office
Archiving and Interpreting Climate Information
High-quality climate data produced by the state climatologist for use by researchers, attorneys, federal and state planning agencies, reporters, private consultants, teachers, and students.
» Department of Geography
Phone: (603) 862-3136
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NH GRANIT
Statewide GIS Clearinghouse
The GRANIT System develops and serves geospatial data and analyses to communities, agencies and organizations throughout the state. Project staff has expertise in GIS, GPS, and image processing technologies.
» Complex Systems Research Center
Phone: (603) 862-4240
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Recycled Materials Resource Center
Promotes the Wise Use of Recycled Materials in the Highway Environment
Participates with state agencies; federal, state and university research centers; and the private sector in collaborative technology development, demonstrations, and verifications.
» Recycled Materials Resource Center
Phone: (603) 862-4704
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Sea Trek Lectures and Tours
Volunteers Reach Out to New Hampshire Schools and Organizations
Lectures on marine-related topics for schools and communities. Tours of Jackson Estuarine Lab and the Shoals Marine Lab.
» UNH Sea Grant Extension
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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Seacoast Science Center
An Oceanside Learning Environment
Located in historic Odiorne Point State Park, Rye, NH. Featuring aquariums and live-animal exhibits.
» Seacoast Science Center
Phone: (603) 436-8043
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Shoals Sojourn
A Course on Marine Topics for Educators
Three-day course on marine topics for K-12 teachers at the Shoals Marine Lab.
» UNH Sea Grant Extension
Phone: (603) 749-1565
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The UNH Observatory
View New Hampshire's Sky
Guided tours of celestial wonders presented twice each month, clear skies permitting.
» Physics Department
Phone: (603) 862-1950
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UNH Soil Testing
Low-Cost Soil Testing and Analysis
Includes lime and fertilizer recommendations for gardens, lawns, or crops. Most results will be available in 10 to 14 working days.
» UNH Cooperative Extension
Phone: (603) 862-3200
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University Office of Sustainability
Links the Principles of Sustainability to Community Life
Initiatives include biodiversity education, climate education, culture and sustainability, and food and society.
» University Office of Sustainability
Phone: (603) 862-4088
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Water Quality Analysis Laboratory
Offers an Important Service
High-quality analysis at reasonable rates for research projects on and off campus.
» Water Quality Analysis Laboratory
Phone: (603) 862-2249
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Woodman Farm
Displays Experimental Gardening Techniques
Provides visitors with a view of innovative growing techniques and a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and flowers during the summer months.
» UNH Horticulture Farm
Phone: (603) 868-2345
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