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Minute Man National Historical Park has received about $410,000 from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funds to restore and protect the park’s critical habitats. The funds will support the Resilient Forest Initiative and other projects aimed at conserving grassland habitats. The Initiative is also being implemented in 18 other Northeast national parks to sustain native forests for future generations.
News Release Date: March 15, 2024
Contact: Jennifer Pierce, 978-505-4197
Minute Man National Historical Park (Minute Man) in Concord, Massachusetts, has obtained approximately $410,000 from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These funds will support the Resilient Forest Initiative, aimed at safeguarding the park’s vital forests and grassland habitats.
Forests are integral to the health of ecosystems and local communities. However, forest health monitoring shows a rapid change in park forests due to insufficient tree regeneration. IRA funds will support the Resilient Forest Initiative, aiming to sustain native forests in 18 other Northeast national parks for future generations.
Grasslands, too, are vital habitats supporting diverse flora and fauna. However, habitat fragmentation and invasive species have endangered many grassland areas globally. The Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law support restoration and protection of these critical habitats at Minute Man and other eastern U.S. parks.
“National Parks are refuges for visitors seeking a place to enjoy and immerse in nature,” said Superintendent Simone Monteleone. “Enhancing forest and grassland health is crucial to protecting these habitats and promoting health and wellness for wildlife and visitors.”
By restoring forest and grassland habitats, Minute Man safeguards vital ecosystems and promotes community health through enhanced recreation. These projects will increase the ecological value, ecosystem functioning, and climate resilience of the park as part of a network of improved parks across the eastern U.S.
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