Municipal officials hope to develop plans for each community to reduce carbon footprints and counter the effects of global warming.
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‘Maine Eats’ exhibit in Portland digs into evolution of state’s cuisine
A showcase at the Maine Historical Society, opening Friday, explores everything from iconic lobster and spuds to the more modern sustainability movement.
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Green Plate Special: If cheese is smoked, you’ll need less of it, lightening your footprint on the Earth
And have we got some tasty Maine-made smoked ricotta for you!
Posted inLife & Culture, Sea Change, Source
Two naturalists, one in midcoast Maine, closely observe as the climate changes
Data from backyard observations by citizen scientists add up to troubling trends.
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Editor’s letter: Aspiring farmers, apply now for scholarships!
Three Russell Libby Agricultural Scholar Awards are up for grabs, with an application deadline of March 1.
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Galen Koch is setting a course for Maine’s coastal communities
Her plan is to gather stories from an old Airstream she’s turned into a media lab.
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Get Busy: Hit the Eastern Trail on President’s Day
The sales may tempt, but the outdoors is cheaper – and better for you.
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This Valentine’s Day, upcycle an old shirt into an apron for those you love
Fear not: You don’t need to be a seamstress or tailor to manage it.
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Caterpillars – the good, the bad and the ugly
Two talks at Grow Maine Green Expo give the lowdown on the hungry bugs, at once an essential part of the ecosystem and a threat to native trees.
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Maine’s solar investors face ‘punitive’ local taxes
Maine hasn’t adopted property tax exemptions offered in nearby states, and industry officials fear a chilling effect.