ACES Alliance

03/22/2026

Today is World Water Day. What is your watery thought of the day?

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02/12/2026

This morning ACES hosted our first Waste Watchers Workshop bringing together 8 surrounding municipalities and more for a day of collaboration, innovation, and action. With expert speakers and interactive breakout sessions, we’re working together to reduce waste and build more sustainable communities! Our next Workshop will take place in mid-March focused on the Private Sector! Thank you to everyone who made this a success! 🌎🌱

12/17/2025

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11/24/2025

New research shows that a single bottle of water can contain up to 240,000 plastic particles—most so small you can’t see them. Nearly all of these micro- and nanoplastics come from the bottle and cap themselves, not the water source. The health effects of these plastics are still being studied, but experts recommend reducing single-use plastics when you can.​

11/17/2025

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11/15/2025

Help Shape the Future of the Merrimack River!

ACES is coordinating the 5-year update to the Merrimack River User Survey. Whether you live along the river, paddle its waters, or enjoy its trails, your input matters! We need voices from both Massachusetts and New Hampshire to help protect and improve this vital resource.

🌊 Take 5 minutes to share your experience:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MRUS2025

Your feedback will directly inform conservation priorities and community projects that benefit people and nature throughout the watershed. Please share widely!

10/31/2025

Please join us at the upcoming ECO Conversation at the Newburyport Senior Community Center November 5.

10/24/2025

While researching microplastics we came across this article that was worth sharing. Refuse plastics when you can. Use reusable water bottles and bags as much as you can.

https://theferret.scot/highest-ever-level-microplastics-scotland-waters/

10/16/2025

ACES is teaming up with NHS for the 2025 Environmental Open House, themed “Protect Your Future.” The event will connect students with local orgs, internships, and hands-on projects that address real environmental challenges in New England. From climate and water quality insights to networking with community leaders, it’s all about inspiring the next generation of environmental changemakers.