From the melting of the Arctic to a sixth mass extinction, it’s far from clear whether humans will change their behavior in time.
Sea Change
Carpets could be causing trouble underfoot
We don’t know what microfibers may be doing to us.
At fall lawn-feeding time, we offer you a recipe for nourishing your garden
Use local amendments, mostly plants, in moderation.
As price of climate change climbs, consider how much we could save
Costs in dollars, to the environment and to living things could fall if we reduce emissions and adapt quicker.
A candidate deserving of your support: The planet
With all the floods, hurricanes, record heat and wildfires, do you know how Maine politicians plan to slow climate change?
Try cover crops – a living blanket for your garden
They suppress weeds, attract pollinators and add nitrogen to the soil.
What shared family camps can teach the country about working together
Remembering common values and goals can help resolve disputes, from rug purchases to politics.
Mainers get a charge out of more affordable electric cars
Buying an electric vehicle is easier – and more affordable – than you might think.
Well-positioned trees can reduce household energy consumption
And as summers get increasingly hotter in Maine, they can play a key role in cutting cooling costs.
Scientists struggle to measure change in the natural world
Shifting baselines may prompt us to celebrate a wildlife population rebound that looks impressive over 30 years but actually pales against population numbers thousands of years ago.