Heat pumps in Maine: Set it and forget it? Or turn it off for the winter?

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October 28, 2018

Heat pumps in Maine: Set it and forget it? Or turn it off for the winter?

The state’s energy-efficiency experts promote the latest versions for winter heat, if they’re installed and used correctly, to reduce fossil-fuel emissions. But some installers say it’s best to use them any time but winter.
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October 28, 2018

Quality tools, well cared for, let you rest easy in winter

Clean, sharpen, oil and store. Then go skiing or head south.
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October 28, 2018

Pâté – ‘a delicious requirement for sustainable meat consumption’

Granted, not everybody likes liver, but here’s an easy way to prepare it for those who savor a schmear on good bread.
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October 28, 2018

To document climate change, Kate Olson went to Maine’s expert witnesses

She interviewed fishermen, farmers and foresters about how they are affected.
Published
October 28, 2018

Oxalis is a cheerful and easy houseplant

Many good gardeners say they can’t grow houseplants. They should start with easy ones.
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October 25, 2018

Couple’s device that makes water from air wins $1.5 million prize

Their Skywater 300 machine earns the XPrize For Water Abundance.
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October 25, 2018

ReVision Energy team recognized for environmental leadership

The Portland renewable power company is honored for its advocacy and work bringing solar power to nonprofits.
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October 23, 2018

UNE partners with Iceland universities on ocean food and sustainability program

The partnership will create a unique, international learning environment for students enrolled in both Maine and Iceland, officials say.
Published
October 21, 2018

Recipe: Sausage-stuffed Onions

This recipe serves four.
Published
October 21, 2018

Green movement grows brighter on campuses in Maine

Colleges take on climate change with environmentally smart new buildings.