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Bill Will Power Maine Forward with 100% Clean Energy by 2040

May 5, 2025 (Augusta, ME) – A bill being considered by the Maine Legislature aims to reduce reliance on expensive oil and gas by ensuring homes, businesses, and vehicles are powered with 100% clean, affordable electricity by 2040.   LD 1868 sponsored by Senator Mark Lawrence would expand Maine’s existing Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) to 90% Read More

Proposal to Open Up Maine’s Ocean Waters to Oil and Gas Drilling Defies Explanation

April 30, 2025 (Augusta, ME) – The Trump Administration has announced a program that could allow offshore oil and gas drilling off the coast of Maine, prompting opposition from one of the state’s leading environmental groups.  In an April 29 announcement, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management said it will open up public comment on Read More

ISO-NE CEO Reiterates Offshore Wind Essential for Future Grid Reliability

March 25, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) — In prepared remarks to be delivered to Congress today, the head of the Independent System Operator of New England, (ISO-NE), the independent group responsible for managing the region’s electric grid and wholesale energy markets, reiterates the importance of developing offshore wind projects for future grid reliability.   The appearance by Read More

Birding with Jeff & Allison: The Cranes that Grace Maine

Transportation in Maine: Solutions

Assessing the Trump Administration's First 100 Days

Wood turtle, photo by Pam Wells

Wood Turtle

According to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, the wood turtle is one of Maine’s rarest turtles and is listed as a species of “Special Concern.” It is found statewide, but wild populations are decreasing. On a positive note, it’s a long-lived species: up to 40 years in the wild. Learn more in our newest Creature Feature.

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My Maine This Week: Turtles & Paddling by Sam Horine

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My Maine This Week: Ducks by Rachel Maher

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My Maine This Week: Madison Sunrise by Angela Mantha

Banner photo: The Bubbles, Acadia National Park, by Gerard Monteux