environment Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Shrink wrap may protect Maine boats, but it can harm the environment

by Marina Schauffler August 20, 2017August 18, 2017

The low-density polyethylene plastic that comes off in the spring is a challenge for disposal.

Plans are in the works for a large-scale array on a capped landfill that could power 3,750 homes.

by The Editorial Board August 3, 2017August 2, 2017

Officials are right to fight an effort by the Trump administration to delay pollution enforcement.

by Eliot Stanley Special to the Press Herald July 27, 2017July 27, 2017

Plans to reduce waterway protections, EPA research funding and pollution rules are all bad for Mainers.

by Christine Burns Rudalevige July 23, 2017May 15, 2026

Efforts to turn the invasive green crabs into a restaurant delicacy continue.

by Marina Schauffler July 23, 2017July 20, 2017

Naomi Klein doesn’t mince words when it comes to the president. But she says all of us have the power to protect the earth and each other.

by Jody Spear Special to the Press Herald July 18, 2017July 17, 2017

The draft proposal hijacks the concept of integrated pest management to serve industry allies.

by Charles Thompson Special to the Telegram July 16, 2017July 14, 2017

After smelly weapons fail to fend off furry little thieves, a home grower finally finds a way to enjoy some of his crop.

by Kate Dempsey, Matt Marks and Matt Timberlake Special to the Press Herald July 15, 2017July 14, 2017

What’s not to like about clean water, 3,000 jobs and new systems – not to mention the ability to leverage federal funds?

by Marina Schauffler July 9, 2017July 7, 2017

Could that mean we are loving the park to death?