The final draft of climate action plan is on the verge of completion, but Portland and South Portland’s sustainability offices are looking for more public input.
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Ecomaine’s waste hauling trucks will soon be powered by trash
The company responsible for converting Maine’s trash to electricity is replacing its diesel-powered waste hauling trucks with electric vehicles.
Source Awards nominations are open
We are looking for people, businesses and organizations in your community working to make Maine and the world a greener place.
Coming Sunday, May 24: The 2020 Source Maine Sustainability Awards
Reader nominations help shine an LED light on the people, nonprofits, institutions and businesses that make Maine a greener place for all living creatures who call it home.
Falmouth contract could offset 70% of energy needs with solar
The proposal would save about $100,000 a year- around 40% – on the town’s energy bill, says the town’s finance director.
South Portland planners OK contract zone for O’Neil Street project
The zoning proposal will go before City Council for approval, after which the project will undergo site plan review.
Bath’s hybrid police car marks latest eco-friendly choice
Nathan Robbins, a climate change specialist at the Maine DEP, said a possible next step for Bath could be creating an energy benchmark ordinance, which requires property owners to collect and report annual energy and water use data used to monitor the city’s emission reduction.
Green Plate Special: You can go electric without giving up your old flame
The air fryer used for this chickpea recipe is just one of many worthy electric appliances.
Southern Maine commission fills new sustainability post
Bowdoin College graduate Karina Graeter will help coastal towns tackle sea level rise and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Craft breweries embrace sustainability along with remarkable growth
Maine’s craft breweries have seen a 32 percent surge over the past five years, but the industry has committed to sustainability measures to protect products and profits.