sustainability Archives - The Portland Press Herald

For a picture of food waste then and now, we look to the books

by Christine Burns Rudalevige November 4, 2018May 15, 2026

Our Green Plate Special columnist compares and contrasts two cookbooks on food waste, one from 2018, the other from 1975.

by Lyvia Gaewsky Special to the Press Herald November 2, 2018November 1, 2018

Improved water-treatment infrastructure will aid in preventing untreated, nitrogen-filled sewage from reaching our waterways.

by Elizabeth Clemente The Forecaster November 1, 2018November 1, 2018

Democrat Rep. Ralph Tucker is seeking a third term representing part of Brunswick, while his Republican opponent has raised no campaign money.

by tony barclay and stephanie smith Special to the Press Herald October 29, 2018October 28, 2018

A proposed cell tower means that Scarborough must unite against corporate greed and protect our marshlands.

She interviewed fishermen, farmers and foresters about how they are affected.

by Marina Schauffler October 28, 2018October 25, 2018

Costs in dollars, to the environment and to living things could fall if we reduce emissions and adapt quicker.

by Tom Atwell October 28, 2018October 25, 2018

Many good gardeners say they can’t grow houseplants. They should start with easy ones.

by Christine Burns Rudalevige October 28, 2018May 15, 2026

Granted, not everybody likes liver, but here’s an easy way to prepare it for those who savor a schmear on good bread.

by JOHN ROGERS Associated Press October 25, 2018October 25, 2018

Their Skywater 300 machine earns the XPrize For Water Abundance.

by Associated Press October 24, 2018October 24, 2018

The rules would take effect by 2021, affecting common products such as straws and earbuds.