Their constant anti-precipitation campaign shows they’re out of touch with hundreds of thousands of Mainers, the natural world and the climate crisis.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: An immediate solution to 50% emissions reduction stands all around us
Modern wood heat lowers emissions, keeps money local, creates jobs and supports forest stewardship.
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Posted inNation & World
Protected areas now cover a sixth of Earth’s land and freshwater
Several scientific and environmental groups are calling for 30% or 50% of the planet to be protected.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: New U.S. intelligence report suggests how Maine can address global trends
We’re in a good position to improve the lives of people without college degrees, to welcome foreigners to a democratic society and to diversify our workforce.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Resistance to good clean-energy projects harms Maine’s economy, climate progress
Summit’s abandoned midcoast pipeline expansion was the one viable way to lower emissions from the region’s larger energy users.
Posted inNation & World
Meteorologists adjust for ‘new normal’ temperatures. Blame climate change.
In addition to temperatures, data show changes in the parts of the United States that are getting drier and the parts that are getting wetter.
Posted inNation & World
Biden EPA proposes rule cutting climate pollutants in refrigerators, air conditioners
The proposed rule follows through on a law Congress passed in December authorizing a 15-year phaseout of HFCs.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
People of color disproportionately exposed to air pollution, study finds
Researchers found that on average Black, Hispanic and Asian people were exposed to higher than average levels of fine particle pollution, while white people were subjected to lower than average levels.
Posted inNation & World
Sens. Collins, King join vote to reinstate methane rules loosened by Trump
The legislation now goes to the Democratic-controlled House, where it is expected to win approval.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Biden plan for cleaner power system faces daunting obstacles
The president’s goals aren’t impossible, but the timeframe may need some tweaking.