2021 has already had significant winter storms that caused a deadly blackout in Texas and other states and underscore the damage caused by climate change.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: The rain in Maine is a blessing – so why don’t news stations act like it?
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.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: Warmth makes me happy, but it’s not so good for shellfish
Maine lobsters have moved offshore seeking colder water. Will there come a day when divers, not diggers, will be harvesting clams?
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 inNation & World
White House brings back climate scientist forced out by Trump administration
Michael Kuperberg ran the program for six years until he was reassigned by the Trump administration in November.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: We can find common cause to fight climate change
We joined forces to battle COVID. We can do the same to face the threats of global warming.
Posted inNation & World
U.S. has entered unprecedented climate territory, EPA warns
The agency releases a disturbing account of the startling changes that Earth’s warming had on parts of the United States during President Donald Trump’s term.
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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 inThe Forecaster
Letter: Carbon Cashback program can thwart climate change
When you think about fixing climate change what images come to mind? Do you think that your job will be eliminated? Or do you think about Biden’s promise that old jobs will be replaced by new opportunities? I can’t tell you what to think, but I can suggest that new visions will be had by […]