NRCM News Release October 16, 2019 (Augusta, ME)—As Central Maine Power’s (CMP) controversial transmission corridor proposal continues to face delays and growing public opposition, Congressman Jared Golden issued a strong letter of concern this morning to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The letter highlights the Army Corps’ lack of transparency in its permitting process Read More
October 16, 2019: NRCM’s Conservation Leadership Awards, Portland
NRCM was pleased to recognize three exceptional individuals and a coalition of young climate activists at this year’s Conservation Leadership Awards ceremony held Wednesday, October 16, at the Jewish Community Alliance, 1342 Congress Street in Portland. The evening included music, wine, light refreshments, and, of course, the inspirational stories of this year’s recipients. • Jon Read More
My Maine This Week: Dan Ker
NRCM member Dan Ker of Oakland, Maine, shares this beautiful photograph of sunset at Pemaquid Point, which he took earlier this month. Maine has had some spectacular sunrises and sunsets lately. Have you captured a colorful one recently on a visit to Maine or near your Maine home? If so, please share it with us Read More
Thursday, October 17: The Ecology and Economy of Recycling, Lewiston
Join NRCM’s Sustainable Maine Director Sarah Nichols for “The Ecology and Economy of Recycling,” as part of the Great Falls Forum in Lewiston on Thursday, October 17. Other panelists include Julie Rosenbach, Sustainability Director for the City of South Portland, and Kevin Roche, CEO of ecomaine. What: “The Ecology and Economy of Recycling,” part of Read More
An Interview with Boxy McBoxface, Recycling Reform for Maine Director
Boxy McBoxface comes to the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) with several years of experience navigating the world of recycling economies and is excited to address the challenges facing Maine’s recycling system. Living as a cardboard box doll gives Boxy unique insight into the importance of making recycling effective, sustainable, and equitable for all Read More
My Maine This Week: Elizabeth Byrd Wood
One of the best times to live in Maine is autumn. That’s because we get to enjoy spectacular fall foliage throughout the state. Is foliage at its peak where you are? If so, please take some photos and send them to us. NRCM member Elizabeth Byrd Wood of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, and China Lake, Maine, Read More
October 17, 19, & 20: Test Drive an Electric Car at Your Local Farmers’ Market in Waterville, Bangor, & Belfast
You’re invited: This October, stop by a local Farmers’ Market to test drive an electric car in Waterville, Belfast, or Bangor! Between 2014 and 2018 the number of Mainers driving electric vehicles (EVs) more than doubled. That number continues to rise because EVs are reducing air pollution, saving Maine people hundreds of dollars a year Read More
News & Noteworthy — September 2019
September 30, 2019 As September comes to a close, here are a few highlights from recent stories about Maine’s environment in the news. Timber company dropping hotly contested Moosehead development plan The timberland company Weyerhaeuser is asking to terminate a massive rezoning plan for the Moosehead Lake region that was the focus of years of Read More
September 1-30, 2019: Online Auction to Benefit NRCM
NRCM’s second annual online auction ended on Monday, September 30, 2019. Thanks to the generosity of NRCM members and caring Maine businesses, there were many great auction items including: an L.L. Bean kayak package, beautiful original artwork, a scenic flight over Acadia, and a stay at Mt. Chase Lodge outside Katahdin Woods & Waters National Read More
