Natural Resources Council of Maine
Protecting the Nature of Maine
Since 1959
NRCM is following more than 200 bills that could affect Maine's environment this session. Bookmark and visit our Legislative Bill Tracking page to learn more about these pieces of legislation, read NRCM testimony, view latest action, and find out how you can get involved to protect the nature of Maine.
Our 60th anniversary is a great reminder that we must ensure strong environmental protections for those who will come after us. Hear from members about how their environmental priorities were encouraged by earlier generations and how they are passing these on to the next generation. Also, find out about upcoming events and how you can get involved.
NRCM supports LD 640. This bill would require the Maine DEP to pursue an independent investigation of CMP's claims that its proposed power line would reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This podcast episode features NRCM Staff Scientist Nick Bennett’s testimony in support of the bill in front of the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources.
CMP wants to build a 145-mile transmission line though Maine's woods solely to bring hydropower from Quebec to Massachusetts, with no significant benefit to Maine people or our climate! Read the study that shows that it would do nothing to reduce climate-changing pollution.
Find hiking trails, beaches, paddles, bike paths, & more with our interactive Explore Maine Map.
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Learn about our Maine Sporting Camp discount program.
Find out about events NRCM is hosting or taking part in throughout Maine. Plan to attend!
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Get newly designed NRCM t-shirts and mugs, a black or khaki NRCM cap, totes, hand-crafted Passamaquoddy baskets, Atayne active apparel, & more.
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This year, with continuing bipartisan support for action on clean energy and climate change, we're finally poised to make important strides that reduce pollution, lower energy costs, and create a stronger economy.
This year, 10 Maine middle schools received grants from NRCM to support their students' work learning about and studying Maine's environment. Hear from the classes about their project ranging from bees to brook trout!
NRCM's Allison Wells and husband Jeff are doing a Maine Big Year! It's fun, and a great way to be mindful of the birds around us. Read all about it in their blog, "Birding with Jeff and Allison."
Winter is almost here, and now is a great time to find ways to improve your home's energy efficiency. Let NRCM help! Our brochure, "Bright Ideas: Tips for Home Energy Savings," is full of tips and ideas to help you save energy and save money on your home heating costs. Download or request your copy today!
NRCM is dedicated to making information available on issues facing Maine’s environment and the people who rely upon it. Our publications, including our Maine Environment newsletters, will, we hope, help you better understand the topic of interest and provide you with information that you can use in your own work on behalf of the people, wildlife, and environment of Maine.
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