Trump’s order to freeze the agency’s grants and contracts has contractors, and state and local officials, unsure when or if they will receive money for environmental work.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Trump’s EPA pick would use position to benefit business, not public health
Sen. Collins should join Sen. King in opposing Scott Pruitt, who lacks environmental expertise.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Pollution-choked skies cast pall over Britain’s capital
The plight of London and other cities is a testament to the need for governments to limit vehicles and traffic.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump acts swiftly to advance pipelines
‘From now on we are going to start making pipelines in the United States,’ the president said from the Oval Office.
Posted inNation & World
Water in Flint, Michigan, complies with lead levels
But the city is not finished replacing lead pipes.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Collins should join King in opposing EPA nominee
A consistent ally of polluters, Scott Pruitt could undo environmental laws without due legislative process.
Posted inNation & World
Ohio farmers learning to combat toxic algae that’s fouling Lake Erie
They may attend mandated training reluctantly, but they leave with ideas that save them money and help protect the environment.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: No room for flip-flopping former Cumberland legislator on conservation board
Michael Timmons didn’t back Land for Maine’s Future at a critical moment, so he shouldn’t help oversee it.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Commentary: An EPA administrator is needed who will help, not hurt Maine’s environment
Donald Trump’s pick for EPA chief is bad for our state, its farms, fishing, wildlife and people.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Crippling fight against climate change won’t help Maine
Scott Pruitt was Trump’s pick because he fought the EPA and denies basic science.