The E&RC at the MMR was created in January 2001 by the Massachusetts National Guard in order to provide the expertise and resources necessary to follow through on an important committment - the committment to provide realistic training for National Guard soldiers while protecting the natural and cultural resources in the northern 15,000 acres of Camp Edwards. The E&RC employs 20 professionals working in the areas of natural resources management, environmental compliance, cultural resources, community outreach, hazardous waste handling and reduction, and planning. Its mission is to ensure the training of military units is conducted in accordance with state and federal environmental requirements.
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The E&RC's goals are to inform, educate and involve all MMR and Upper Cape community members - including neighboring towns and their leaders, as well as military units - about issues regarding the environment and training at Camp Edwards. Additionally, the E&RC functions as a primary link for information requests about the MMR and its environmental programs.
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To fulfill its mission to provide military training in concert with the environment, the Environmental & Readiness Center oversees many different programs, staffed by committed and experienced professionals. The Environmental & Readiness Center (E&RC) is your link for information about the Massachusetts Military Reservation (MMR) and its environmental programs. Please call us with your questions, comments, and to find out how to get involved.
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