Renewables & Coastal Research: Appledore Island’s Shoals Marine Laboratory is showcasing a renewable, off-grid green microgrid—solar, wind, and sustainable operations—to preview what NH’s energy future could look like. Water Quality Monitoring: The Winnisquam Watershed Network released two solar-powered water-monitoring buoys on Lake Winnisquam to track currents and bacteria linked to harmful algal blooms. Public Health & Food Safety: FDA and CDC began onsite inspections at Taylor Farms’ Mexican plant tied to a cyclosporiasis outbreak now reported in 17 states, including New Hampshire. STEM in the Field (Defense Engineering): About 200 Air National Guard civil engineers from four New England states trained at Fort Devens in GPS-denied land navigation and base defense as part of Patriot Forge II. Science Education Fundraising: Squam Lakes Natural Science Center’s sold-out “Nature for Everyone Barn Bash” raised $165K+ for outdoor nature-based learning tied to its 60th anniversary. Policy & Tech in Schools: New Hampshire’s School Screen Time Task Force is looking beyond the successful cellphone ban to assess how other classroom tech affects learning and well-being. Energy Policy for Homeowners: A new NH law will let people install “balcony solar” panels in 2027, but experts warn DIY users to understand safety and limits before plugging in.