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.
Did you know that the Volkswagen legal settlement has given Maine millions of dollars to spend to reduce air pollution? Reducing pollution from our gas-powered vehicles by supporting electric cars is one of the most effective ways to do so. Efficiency Maine has grants available for public EV charging stations and is accepting proposals until July 10.
Help us honor someone who is making a difference for Maine's environment to make sure future generations will enjoy the kind of Maine we know and love today. We are now accepting nominations for our 2019 People's Choice Award.
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.
In their latest “Birding with Jeff and Allison” post, these bird experts share awe-inspiring encounters (and gorgeous photos!) with a wide range and vast numbers of warblers currently migrating back to and through Maine. They also share a few hot spots you can visit to try to see these colorful little birds yourself!
Originally from Spain, Antonio Juárez Navarro is a sophomore at Fryeburg Academy who is interested in nature and filmmaking. A few weeks ago, he created a short film about forests and their importance to us. Watch his film and learn more in his guest blog post.
This year, 10 Maine middle schools received NRCM grants to support their students' work studying Maine's environment. Read the latest updates from classes creating bee sanctuaries, studying alewives, planting trees, & more!
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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Do you know how much food the average Maine family of four wastes each year? Do you want to learn ways to reduce your food waste, plastic bag and foam food container use? Download or request a copy of our “Reduce Your Use” brochure for tips about how to lessen your impact on the environment and save money by making simple changes to your daily habits such as grocery shopping, consumer purchases, cutting back on food and other waste such as plastic bags and food containers that take centuries to break down.
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.
A new feature to help you help the planet.
Did you know that 40% of food produced ends up in landfills or left unharvested? Request a copy of our magnet to keep right on your fridge, with helpful tips to help you reduce the amount of food your household wastes each year. Learn the best place to keep your vegetables, your condiments, and other items to keep them fresh and usable.
Did you know that the Portland Sea Dogs, a minor league baseball team, are named after the slang term for the harbor seal? And who could forget Maine's most famous harbor seal, Andre, who visited the coast each summer for many years. Learn more about this adorable Maine coast creature.
