The success of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative shows we can be green and create good jobs.
climate change
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How hot was it? NASA reports July was Earth’s hottest month in recorded history
Calculations show that July 2016 was 1.51 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than the 1950-1980 global average.
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Posted inNation & World
Scientists’ annual physical of Earth finds its fever is rising
At the heart of new climate records are highest-ever levels in 2015 of all three major heat-trapping greenhouse gases – carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide.
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A Michigan nonprofit clones sequoias in effort to reverse climate change
It has propagated and planted 300,000 clippings from the giant, ancient trees.
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Feed yourself more healthfully and protect the planet at the same time
Health care workers talk about how the food on our plates can help combat climate change.
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A teenager goes meatless in Monmouth
A Maine teenager decides to put the planet over pot roast and changes her diet.
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Anne D. Burt relishing role as climate change activist
At 71, she has spent many years passionately advocating for social, economic and environmental justice.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: It’s time for Portland to assume a leadership role on solar energy
Our officials should forge ahead on a solar plan, starting with the Ocean Avenue landfill project.
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Maine Voices: Those who work on the ocean need to help chart its future course
As plans arise for offshore industrial uses, lobstermen and others should provide input on a regional plan.
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Conference on ocean acidification at USM Wednesday
Some environmentalists refer to acidification as the ‘evil twin’ of global warming.