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Solar-powered boats built in New England could change the future of boating
That’s the vision of North Andover inventor and entrepreneur James Worden, an MIT alumnus who is developing solar-powered boats designed for both recreational and commercial use.
“Farming the ocean”: UNH-led aquaculture project aims to boost domestic seafood production
Just off the coast of Portsmouth, a floating fish farm measuring 50 feet by 30 feet is helping researchers test what they believe could be the future of seafood production in the United States.
‘Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage’ dive for trash on Cape Cod, cleaning up local ponds
A group of women on Cape Cod, all of a certain age, are cleaning up ponds by diving for trash.
Earth Day: What helps and what doesn’t?
Millions of people want to do their part, but some “green” habits don’t help as much as you think. While others can make a big impact. So, what really helps the planet and what doesn’t?
UNH students savor chance to make maple syrup as this tradition is challenged by climate change
Maple syrup is an important business in New Hampshire. The state produces about 90,000 gallons of the sweet liquid every year.
Snowpack yields environmental benefits throughout year
While that can be a nuisance for day-to-day living, this so-called snowpack plays an important role in our environment.
Nor’easter could dump up to 2 feet of snow in parts of Mass. See expected totals for your area
Blizzard conditions are expected for the first time since January 2022.
New snowfall map: Late Sunday-Monday nor’easter expected to bring heavy snow to Massachusetts
The nor’easter is expected to move in on Sunday night.
State commission releases findings on loss of farms and impact on local communities
Last week, the state lost another farm. Petruzzi Farms in East Brookfield decided to close down after operating for 104 years.


































