Hello again from the center of the Plum Creek universe. We’re on Day 5 of the intervener sessions. At the moment the Commissioners are asking questions of Joe Brenneman a County Commissioner from Flathead County Montana who has dealt directly with Plum Creek’s developments. Flathead County is currently being sued by Plum Creek over some Read More
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The Plum Creek Hearings Begin…
Hey everyone. At the moment I’m typing this from the audience of the first session of legal testimony before LURC. These technical sessions are much like a court case in which each side is presenting testimony, experts and witnesses to the Commissioners who will ultimately make a decision. The room is literally full of teams Read More
Moosehead Lake: “Manhattan Project?”
This letter references Meg Haskell’s 10-25-07 article, “Plum Creek looks to Bangor for project supporters.” I can imagine the scene in 1626. A well-heeled developer “from away” invites a hand-picked group of influential tribal leaders to a little do: a nice meal, a little firewater, whatever might have passed for a Powerpoint presentation in those Read More
Watch the Video of “The Ballad of Moosehead Lake”
Second Mars Hill Wind Tour Participants Enjoy Beautiful Fall Foliage, a Strong Breeze, and Learning First-hand about Maine’s Only Up-and-Running Wind Farm
Many Mainers joined the Natural Resources Council of Maine on Saturday, September 29th, for our second excursion to Maine —and New England’s— only large wind farm, located at Mars Hill. The group toured the ridge line, met with wind farm developer UPC Wind, enjoyed the incredible fall colors, and went round the mountain to gain Read More
How Walkable is Your House?
Here’s a chance to learn about the walking-friendliness of your neighborhood. If you are looking for alternatives to automobile transportation in your everyday life, check this out: https://www.redfin.com/how-walk-score-works This is a google maps “mash-up” using mapping technology and info about your neighborhood to give you a ranking. On a scale of 1-100, anything above 70 is Read More
NRCM Board Member Adam Lee Challenges Auto Industry
Car dealer blasts automakers at EPA hearing David Shepardson / Detroit News Washington Bureau ARLINGTON, Va. — An auto dealer blasted domestic car makers today at a federal government hearing on emission standards. The day-long meeting is underway to address California’s request for a waiver under the Clean Air Act so it can adopt stringent Read More
Deca Bill Passes the House!
After lengthy deliberation in both the House Republican and Democratic caucuses, the House passed LD 1658 unanimously! We expect the bill to come before the Senate on Tuesday, May 22nd. As lead sponsor, House Majority Leader, Hannah Pingree (D-North Haven) championed the bill and implored House Democrats to vote to protect Maine kids from unnecessary Read More
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Anyone who is interested in helping protect Maine’s environment is invited to post to NRCM’s Nature of Maine blog. This includes NRCM members, activists, supporters, and others. Registration and the creation of a user ID are required, although anonymous posts are permitted. Users must use a tone that is respectful of other users. “Flaming” or Read More
