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Published
March 22, 2019

State says sludge must be tested for ‘forever chemicals’ before it’s used as fertilizer

The new requirement comes as a farmer in Arundel blames municipal sludge containing PFAS for contaminating his land and dairy herd.
Published
February 21, 2019

Maine Voices: Let’s work toward one Maine, with environmental justice for all

Residents who are already dealing with poverty, racism or both shouldn't face the added stress of toxic chemicals.
Published
January 30, 2019

Lawmakers endorse DEP nominee despite opposition from tribal members

Jerry Reid, Gov. Janet Mills' pick to be environmental commissioner, comes under fire from the Penobscot Nation for his role in water-quality cases as an assistant attorney general.
Published
January 28, 2019

Our View: Climate change calls for immediate action on the part of Maine officials

Eight years of denial have only made it harder to prevent catastrophic loss.
Published
December 16, 2018

Maine Voices: Maine deserves unified, cutting-edge climate action plan

We need a flexible blueprint that grows our economy while driving greenhouse-gas emissions down.

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Published
November 16, 2018

Commentary: Profits, not climate benefits, are driving CMP transmission proposal

The utility's transmission line will harm Maine's environment, economy and way of life – and will do nothing to reduce climate-disrupting pollution.
Published
October 30, 2018

Maine environmental commissioner stepping down

Paul Mercer, who has led the Department of Environmental Protection since January 2016, is the latest Cabinet member to depart as Gov. Paul LePage's second term winds down.
Published
September 30, 2018

Commentary: We care about trout and salmon, and CMP’s proposed power line will harm them

Trout Unlimited's concern is real, grassroots and based on our fears about the impacts of the planned project.
Published
July 29, 2018

Another View: Don’t weaken Maine’s part in ozone protection zone

A high school debater and longtime breather advocates keeping clean air and water controls.
Published
July 2, 2018

Ozone levels expected to rise with the temperatures Tuesday along Maine coast

This holiday week looks like a blend of bad air, heat and humidity.