The state’s lighthouses are threatened by rising sea levels and intense storms – and adapting them to be more resilient is a challenge.
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Maine’s lighthouses added to global list of endangered heritage sites
World Monuments Watch says Maine’s historic lighthouses are threatened by climate change and intensifying coastal storms, like the ones that battered some of the iconic beacons in January 2024.
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Coastal wetlands funding benefits Biddeford, Kennebunkport
Over $1.2 million in funding will restore and enhance freshwater and coastal wetlands in the towns.
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Coastal wetlands funding benefits Kennebunkport, Biddeford
Over $1.2 million in funding will restore and enhance freshwater and coastal wetlands.
Posted inTimes Record
Topsham hopes to adopt updated Climate Action Plan
Updates to the town’s Climate Action Plan include a focus on infrastructure in preparation for rising sea levels.
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Gov. Mills introduces bill to respond to severe weather fueled by climate change
The proposal would establish a new state office and a grant program to help Maine residents make investments to safeguard their homes against extreme weather.
Posted inTimes Record
Midcoast ‘bouncing forward’ a year after devastating January 2024 storms
After a year of coordinating with Midcoast residents, the Lincoln County Social Resilience Project released its final report, outlining key strategies for improving storm recovery and preparedness.
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How climate change is shortening Maine’s ice season, and why it matters
As Maine winters warm, the amount of time Maine’s ponds, rivers and lakes are covered by ice is shrinking, posing a threat to lake health and the winter sports economy.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
10 climate books to add to your reading list
Move over murder mysteries and romance novels. Here are some books for climate nerds and the climate-curious alike.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick starts five-year countdown to reduce emissions
A breakdown of Brunswick’s new Climate Action Plan, which includes drastic cuts to emissions by 2030.