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Planner’s Handbook on

Energy Efficiency and Climate Change

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The purpose of this document is to give the New Hampshire planner a brief intro to energy efficiency and the municipal role in mitigating the impacts of climate change.  As planners, we often find ourselves at the table when new inter-disciplinary programs are introduced.  This results from our familiarity and general understanding of the fiscal, political, and social processes that form government action. 

 

Energy efficiency and climate change matters tap into our knowledge of economic development and environmental conservation.  Without doubt, planners can be an effective part of this discussion as agents of change for our communities if we choose to be.  This document is for those who make that choice. 

 

This guide presents very little new information on climate change science or technology.  Instead, it focuses on specific actions and resources for action. The new information found here relates to New Hampshire with a focus on the planner’s potential role and responsibility.

 

Key Documents and Links:

 

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NH Climate Change Report.

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IPCC Climate Change Report.

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SNRPC Regional Energy Forum Documents.

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Nashua Green Team Story.

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Epping's Article 22 website.

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Epping's 25 in 25 Master Plan.