The seed was first planted when she began a permaculture project with her brother; today, Sharood and her family move 3,000 pounds of mushrooms a week.
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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.
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Three honored by ecomaine for environmental commitment
Allagash Brewing Co., Ruth’s Reusable Resources and David Pope from Massabesic Middle School win top awards.
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Experience what higher seas might mean
The public is invited to free presentations of ‘Preparing for Sea Level Rise’ in Portland.
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Portland, South Portland plan to fight against climate change
Municipal officials hope to develop plans for each community to reduce carbon footprints and counter the effects of global warming.
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Portland ReStore manager has lowdown on used home goods, building materials
The store re-sells donated items from Habitat for Humanity – it’s the place where your friend So-and-so scored that amazing stove that one time.
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How to get every last bit – and we mean every last bit – out of your kitchen scraps
When dreary weather invites you to set a stockpot on the burner, creative use of leftover vegetables can help you reduce waste.
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‘Maine Eats’ exhibit in Portland digs into evolution of state’s cuisine
A showcase at the Maine Historical Society, opening Friday, explores everything from iconic lobster and spuds to the more modern sustainability movement.
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Green Plate Special: If cheese is smoked, you’ll need less of it, lightening your footprint on the Earth
And have we got some tasty Maine-made smoked ricotta for you!
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Two naturalists, one in midcoast Maine, closely observe as the climate changes
Data from backyard observations by citizen scientists add up to troubling trends.