Author Archives: Katie Zink

2024 Watershed Assistance Grants Available

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Katie Zink

The Watershed Assistance Section is proud to announce funding opportunities for Water Quality Implementation and Planning Grants. Watershed Assistance Section 319 Grants Each year NHDES solicits projects to address nonpoint source (NPS) pollution through the implementation of watershed-based plans in priority watersheds. … Continue reading →

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updates to the Cyano Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Program

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Katie Zink

NHDES is using a new bloom report form to track potential cyanobacteria activity. If you see a potential bloom, take pictures and submit it through the form (it will capture your location!). You can find the bloom report form by … Continue reading →

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2023 PRE‐APPLICATION INVITATION-Deadline June 1, 2023!

Posted on May 17, 2023 by Katie Zink

NH CLEAN WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN PROGRAM NHDES is now accepting Pre‐applications for the 2023 Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) for wastewater, stormwater, and nonpoint source projects. CWSRF funding is available for water pollution control, watershed protection and … Continue reading →

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NHDES Awards Watershed Assistance Grants-$510,000 Provided to Seven Projects

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Katie Zink

Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Watershed Assistance Section has awarded seven Watershed Assistance Grants for watershed protection and restoration projects totaling $510,000. Watershed Assistance Grants focus on nonpoint source (NPS) pollution prevention and reduction. NPS … Continue reading →

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NH LAKES is hiring a Conservation Program Assistant 

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Katie Zink

The Conservation Program Assistant role is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team at NH LAKES! As part of our Conservation Team, you’ll be directly involved in supporting our LakeSmart Lake-Friendly Living Program and other initiatives to advance our … Continue reading →

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Join the Southern NH Regional Climate Workshop on April 11

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Katie Zink

Date: Tuesday, April 11 · 8:30 – 11am EDT Location: in person at Derry Municipal Center 14 Manning Street Derry, NH 03038 or remote via Zoom Cost: Free Climate change is resulting in greater intensity and frequency of destructive weather events … Continue reading →

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2023 Drinking Water Source Protection Conference

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Katie Zink

Start Date: May 16, 2023 Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 2:15 PM Location: Army National Guard Edward Cross Training Complex, Pembroke, NH   NHDES will hold its 2023 Drinking Water Source Protection Conference on Tuesday, May 16, in-person, at the Army National Guard … Continue reading →

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HOODS POND EXTENSION OF CLOSING DATE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Katie Zink

Hoods Pond Watershed-Based Management Plan and Lake Phosphorus Control Plan Development Revised Closing Date – March 29, 2023 The Town of Derry is extending the closing date by two weeks for submission of Statements of Qualifications for the Hood Pond … Continue reading →

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Funding Opportunities for New Hampshire’s Upper Connecticut River Valley and Coastal Communities

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Katie Zink

There are a myriad of upcoming grant funding opportunities available right now making it difficult to understand and navigate to the right grant program to meet your project needs. This half-day workshop will provide a preview of state funding, as … Continue reading →

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RFP: Watershed Assistance Planning Grant for Sodium Chloride in Drinking Water

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Katie Zink

The RFP deadline for this grant opportunity has been extended! RFP DES 2023-13 The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is soliciting project proposals to address nonpoint source (NPS) pollution through the development of a watershed-based plan in a … Continue reading →

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