In the Merrimack Valley region, we’re experiencing more frequent and intense heatwaves, as well as generally rising temperatures. 2020 marked the hottest summer globally, with 14 days over 90 degrees in Boston
MVPC continues its celebration of Bike Month by sharing photos from the commutes of our staff that enjoy the many ways to get to the office.
Check out MVPC’s monthly Regional Review for the latest Grant announcements and activities including upcoming virtual online events, meetings, and workshops in the Merrimack Valley.
Congratulations to the Town of Rowley for their recent designation as a Green Community with their energy reduction commitment!
Earth Day 2021 is special in that more of us are appreciating the benefits of time outside than ever before. How will you give back to our planet this Earth Day?
A fun, virtual time was had by all at the annual Great Marsh Symposium. Over 125 participants joined to partake in presentations on the marsh.
In honor of Black History Month, MVPC would like to recognize the Merrimack Valley poet, Frances Cole Lee for her contributions to writing and poetry.
Merrimack Valley Stormwater Collaborative receives MS4 Municipal Assistance Grant to help communities meet federal stormwater permit requirements aimed at reducing pollution in waterways.
The storymap developed to facilitate virtual public engagement during Rowley’s MVP planning process with MVPC receives recognition as best practices.
Last week the Baker-Polito Administration awarded over $1.4M to six projects across Massachusetts including to Essex County through MVPC. This Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funding is awarded by MassDEP through the 319 Grant Program which focuses on the implementation of measures to control nonpoint source (NPS) pollution to surface and groundwater.