ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
The NH National Guard is committed to protecting the health of New Hampshire's citizens and the ecosystems we share. The Environmental Office provides guidance and oversight for the NH National Guard, enabling us to successfully complete our mission while preserving and protecting New Hampshire's environment.
Our Environmental Policy
The NH National Guard's Environmental Policy is part of our ongoing effort to conform with the International Organization for Standards' (ISO) standard for environmental management (ISO 14001.2004). ISO, the world's largest developer and publisher of international standards, has established this standard to help organizations like the NH National Guard protect the environment, prevent pollution, and improve our environmental performance.
November 23, 2009
1. The New Hampshire National Guard is a dynamic organization comprised of citizen soldiers and airmen trained and ready to serve and defend America, New Hampshire and our communities, while protecting human health and the environment.
2. The New Hampshire National Guard is committed to:
- Integrating environmental values and promoting environmental awareness throughout our organization to sustain readiness, enhance training, improve quality of life and foster a positive partnership with our stakeholders
- Continually improving environmental programs in conformance with the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems in pursuit of environmental excellence
- Establishing a framework for setting and achieving environmental objectives and targets that enhance the mission, conserve energy and prevent pollution
- Achieving compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental requirements and those other requirements to which we subscribe
- Conserving and sustaining natural and cultural resources for future generations
- Considering and documenting the environmental effects of our activities and services early in our planning and decision-making processes
- Communicating our Environmental Policy to all persons working for or on behalf of our organization and the public
3. Adherence to these commitments is vital to New Hampshire National Guard readiness and mission accomplishment and will be supported by the entire chain of command.
WILLIAM N REDDEL III
Major General, NHNG
The Adjutant General
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