But the changes could be significant, requiring public hearings and months of information gathering before they go into effect.
environment
‘Fire Weather’ is a gripping narrative and a loud wake-up call
John Vaillant’s new book recounts a Canadian wildfire in 2016 that was nicknamed “the beast.”
Bedside table: ‘The Deluge’ by Stephen Markely
“About once a decade I stumble across a book that so captures the imagination and upends my perspective, I can’t help but recommend it everywhere. Stephen Markely’s ‘The Deluge’ explores a realistic near future of increasing climate disruption with all the natural, political and economic upheaval. Markley’s writing breathes life into the disparate interlocking narratives […]
These Maine restaurants are making the extra effort for the environment
Three local restaurants take three different tacks to serve a side of sustainability with dinner.
Brunswick officials float Maquoit Bay pollution study
The Town Council established a task force to organize a water-quality study of Maquoit Bay.
Watchdog group: PFAS is active ingredient in 13% of Maine pesticides
An analysis by the Environmental Working Group found 55 so-called forever chemicals listed as active ingredients in 1,426 of Maine’s state-approved pesticides.
Earth is ‘really quite sick’ and in danger zone in nearly all ecological ways, study says
It’s not a terminal diagnosis. The planet can recover if it changes, including its use of coal, oil, and natural gas and the way it treats the land and water, scientists said.
Breakthrough proposal would aid drought-stricken Colorado River as 3 Western states offer cuts
Arizona, California and Nevada on Monday proposed a deal to significantly cut their water use from the Colorado River over the next 3 years.
Maine cities and towns embracing ‘No Mow May’
Scarborough is among the latest to promote giving mowers the month off to help pollinators.
The terrors of climate change are front and center in ‘Blue Skies’
In this dark family drama, catastrophe looms large.
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