Passamaquoddy Maple collected the first sap from its sugarbush in 2014, and the tribe hopes in the long term to become one of Maine’s biggest syrup producers.
environment
Ratepayers weary as CMP falls short in 3 key areas: Reliability, cost, carbon
‘We need a grid that is not just a cash cow for international investors,’ says a Maine state representative, ‘but one that focuses on the needs of Maine customers and workers.’
Homegrown: ‘Home Tweet Home’ bird feeders come complete with porches, wall art
These fun bird feeders will attract birds right up to your windows.
Israeli business aims to turn garbage into plastic products
The company hopes to revolutionize waste management and help make landfills obsolete.
Letter from the editor: 100-plus nominations came in for the 2018 Source Awards
The winners fill us with hope in what often can seem like dark days for the environment.
The Conservationist: Mainer instrumental in state’s loon count is recognized for her expertise
Her efforts on behalf of Maine Audubon earn her the Source Award for Conservationist.
The Forester: Partnership between land trust, Maine Forest Service grew into something big
Local Wood Works is honored with the Source Award for Forester, based on its efforts to connect consumers to local wood products.
Public forum will review health of Highland Lake in Windham-Falmouth
Scientists and locals alike are troubled by the yearly appearance of blue-green algae.
Mount Desert Island – a small place with some big environmental goals
The Climate to Thrive group, formed in part to make the island energy-independent by 2030, is thriving.
The Seychelles pioneer marine protection deal
All fishing and oil exploration will be banned, in return for debt repayment.