Maine Climate Council

Published
December 1, 2022

Mills announces $5.4 million for climate change projects, green energy jobs

Gov. Janet Mills announced the $5.4 million in new state grants on the 2nd anniversary of Maine's Climate Action Plan.
Published
October 24, 2022

Maine Voices: Our forests offer a valuable buffer against climate change

Forest conservation easements will be key in conserving 30% of Maine lands by 2030.
Published
August 4, 2022

Local surf spot under threat from climate change, national group says

But local surfers say other human threats, like overcrowding and lack of beach access, pose bigger threat to Higgins Beach in Scarborough.
Published
December 1, 2021

One year in, Maine’s climate plan moving forward, fueled by unexpected federal windfall

Gov. Mills marked the occasion by announcing new initiatives to help towns and cities help meet the Maine Climate Council's plan and her goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030.
Published
August 15, 2021

Another View: Don’t forget biofuels in Maine climate fight

Planners are not giving enough attention to lower-carbon alternatives that are available today.
Published
June 3, 2021

Commentary: It’s off to the races for offshore wind

When Maine transitions to relying on electricity for all of our energy needs, offshore wind alone could still meet over 1,000% of our power needs by 2050.
Published
May 12, 2021

Commentary: Climate policies must create good-paying, quality jobs for an equitable Maine economy

Project labor agreements allow any contractor to bid – and they keep reputable contractors from being underbid by those who cut corners.
Published
April 22, 2021

On Earth Day, Gov. Mills announces $500,000 grant program for clean-energy startups

Gov. Janet Mills unveiled the competitive grant program on the same day that the Biden administration announced major climate-related goals for the U.S.
Published
March 2, 2021

Commentary: Regional coordination is key to tackling climate action in Maine

The Southern Maine Regional Sustainability and Resilience Program is helping six York County towns address climate change impacts and advance resilience efforts.
Published
February 16, 2021

Climate change talk to focus on creating coastal resiliency

Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca and marine geologist Peter Slovinsky will hold a public conversation on how coastal communities can be more resilient to climate change.