environment Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Water in Flint, Michigan, complies with lead levels

by The Washington Post January 24, 2017January 24, 2017

But the city is not finished replacing lead pipes.

by The Editorial Board January 23, 2017January 22, 2017

A consistent ally of polluters, Scott Pruitt could undo environmental laws without due legislative process.

by JOHN SEEWER Associated Press January 21, 2017

They may attend mandated training reluctantly, but they leave with ideas that save them money and help protect the environment.

by The Editorial Board January 20, 2017January 19, 2017

Michael Timmons didn’t back Land for Maine’s Future at a critical moment, so he shouldn’t help oversee it.

by Ralph Tucker Special to the Press Herald January 19, 2017January 19, 2017

Donald Trump’s pick for EPA chief is bad for our state, its farms, fishing, wildlife and people.

Scott Pruitt was Trump’s pick because he fought the EPA and denies basic science.

by Mitch Lansky Special to the Press Herald January 13, 2017January 13, 2017

The science does not support the proposed congressional designation.

They gather at the offices of Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins to voice their opposition to policies that endanger the environment.

by Marina Schauffler January 8, 2017January 5, 2017

There are no winners or losers. When we abuse the natural world, we all lose.

The proposed rules will likely face strong opposition in the Legislature.