NRCM was pleased to co-sponsor the Center for an Ecology-based Economy’s 9th annual Solar & EV Expo at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. This year, there was a celebration of CEBE’s expanded EV charging network. The event included: Electric bike and EV test drives and ride alongs A community solar co-op update EV 101 with Read More
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Electric Trucks at Work in Maine Communities
The Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick went electric earlier this year when it launched the Bookmobile, an electric transit van that has been designed to extend library services beyond the central library location. Transitioning to zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, like transit vans and delivery trucks, is an important step to reducing air pollution Read More
September 24, 2023: Drive Electric Maine 2023, Portland
Thank you for joining us for Drive Electric Maine 2023, on Sunday, September 24th at the Back Cove Trail Parking Lot across from the Forest Avenue Hannaford in Portland. We hope you had a change to test drive exciting new models, talk with EV owners, and learn more about the state and federal EV incentives Read More
August 17, 2023: Rev up for Clean Cars: Public Hearing, Augusta
We’re pushing Maine to adopt stronger standards for clean cars and trucks that would give more Mainers the freedom to choose non-polluting cars. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection held a public hearing on these rules on Thursday, August 17th at 8:30 a.m. Public support of clean cars at the hearing will be essential in Read More
How Stronger Clean Car Standards Will Give Mainers Better Choices
Zero-emission cars and trucks are becoming more common on Maine’s roads, and it’s no surprise. They’re quiet, fun to drive, easier to maintain, save drivers money on gas, and don’t pollute our clean air. These benefits have led to a situation where supply can’t meet the rising demand. That’s why the Natural Resources Council of Read More
Legislative Session Marked by Progress on Clean Energy, Waste Reduction, and Wildlife Protection
Maine’s conservation ethic continues to drive economic growth July 26, 2023 (Augusta, ME) — This year’s legislative session was another demonstration of Maine’s continued leadership on clean energy, with a signature bill that boosts offshore wind and continued momentum on measures that will help achieve Maine’s climate action goals while reducing energy costs, creating jobs, Read More
News & Noteworthy — June 2023
Every month, we highlight news stories and opinion pieces related to Maine’s air, land, water, and wildlife. We update News & Noteworthy weekly with the latest news related to the nature of Maine, including the work of staff at the Natural Resources Council of Maine. June 23, 2023 The National Wildlife Federation honored Greg LeClair Read More
Maine Moves Toward Stronger Clean Car and Truck Standards
Maine DEP will consider two new clean vehicle standards that will provide Mainers with cleaner air and greater access to zero-emission cars and trucks. Adopting the standards, known as the Advanced Clean Cars II and Advanced Clean Trucks rules, will help meet the growing demand for electric vehicles and ensure Mainers have access to a greater number of models, helping to lower sticker prices and hasten the transition away from expensive and polluting gas-powered cars and trucks.
May 19, 2023: ClimateWork Summit on Maine’s Economy & Climate Change
NRCM joined ClimateWork Maine at the Augusta Civic Center on May 19th. The summit featured more than 50 presenters, including NRCM CEO Rebeccah Sanders, as they shared ideas and thoughts on climate solutions for Maine’s future. How Climate Change will Reshape Maine’s Economy and What it Means for the Future of Your Business Friday, May Read More
