The president makes the case for his infrastructure proposals and says the challenge transcends the politics of a deeply divided nation because of the threats posed by the storms and fires.
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Posted inBusiness
Biden looking at climate change risks to financial markets
The information will show how climate change could destabilize stocks and housing markets.
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Posted inNation & World, Outdoors
Birds of prey face global decline from habitat loss, poisons
A new analysis finds that 30% of 557 raptor species worldwide are considered near threatened, vulnerable or endangered or critically endangered.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Maine’s dams are integral to our climate solution
Coverage of the Shawmut Dam and the Sappi mill fails to acknowledge that hydropower reduces carbon emissions.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Even the best climate forecasts are still shaded by clouds
More certain than ever about global warming, scientists still struggle to understand the role of water in the atmosphere.
Posted inNation & World
California wildfires destroy homes; winds hamper containment
The fire has destroyed more than 1,200 buildings including 649 homes, according to ongoing damage assessments.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Don’t forget biofuels in Maine climate fight
Planners are not giving enough attention to lower-carbon alternatives that are available today.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-Eds, Opinion
The View From Here: How are we going to beat the heat?
A devastating U.N. report raises the stakes on the politics of climate change.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: As Gulf of Maine continues to warm, adaptability is key for Mainers
With scientific advancements, new industries, good data and some hard work, we should be able to keep our ocean-based economy alive and well.
Posted inNation & World
Global sizzling: July was hottest month on record, NOAA says
Warming on land in western North America and in parts of Europe and Asia drove the record-setting heat.