Public funding for new vehicle incentives and charging stations to meet Maine’s climate goals is projected to fall short by more than $100 million, according to the state-commissioned report.
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Coming off climate talks, U.S. to hold huge crude sale in Gulf
President Biden campaigned on vows to end drilling on public land and waters, but the leases mean production could go past 2030, when scientists say the world needs to cut greenhouse gas emissions to avoid a climate catastrophe.
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Commentary: Was the climate change conference in Glasgow a success?
It accomplished a lot, though the national goals don’t cut emissions enough to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Mainers must meet climate change challenges head on
It’s time to increase our offshore wind investments; upgrade EV charging infrastructure, and make public transit accessible – and electric.
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Maine Voices: U.S. approach to climate remains grounded in September 2001
Today, Earth is under attack, but we can stop it by eliminating carbon emissions. Investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency is critical.
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Maine Voices: The Maine reason we must act on climate, enact carbon cashback
Sens. Collins and King could be pivotal in the best chance for meaningful climate legislation in over a decade.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Don’t forget biofuels in Maine climate fight
Planners are not giving enough attention to lower-carbon alternatives that are available today.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Biden needs to put the pedal to the metal on zero-emission cars
He’s right. Electric vehicles are the future – but the future has to arrive much sooner than he and automakers are planning.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Climate change means an end to Paradise
It is clear that we must urgently invest in resilience measures to protect our families, our homes and our most vulnerable.
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David Emery: Maine taxpayers are already covering too many climate costs
It’s time to end giveaways to fossil fuel companies and make them foot the bill for the damage they inflict on the environment, the former congressman says.