In the spirit of Halloween, the Sustainability Office wants to talk about something we find particularly spooky: eco-anxiety. Eco-anxiety, or climate anxiety, is the distress, anger and other negative emotions that arise in response to the impacts of climate change. This manifests in many different ways, such as being fearful of severe weather events or […]

The land on the east side of Ocean Street, between A and B streets, was once home to the master shipbuilder Thomas Knight’s shipyard and homestead in the 1800s. When the U.S. entered World War I, the vacant property was purchased by Count Rafailovich, who started the United States Shipbuilding Corp. and built a shipyard […]

In the area where the four-story South Portland Housing Authority building is today, there used to be two small buildings that housed a variety of businesses over the years. The history of these buildings dates back to the late 1960s. Prior to 1965, Waterman Drive didn’t exist. The lettered streets, A, B, C and E, […]

Autumn is in full effect which means crisp leaves, warm beverages, and colder nights. As we gear up for a Maine winter, home insulation is key to ensuring you stay cozy and comfortable throughout the season. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of insulation, how to find a vendor in your area and rebates […]

When Portland Pipe Line came to life in 1941, crude oil began arriving in Portland, to be sent underground to the Canadian refineries. The industry supported a plethora of related businesses, including ship agents, provisioning companies, ship chandlers, pilot boats, gaugers, inspectors, boom operators, environmental clean-up companies, and others. When Canada started developing its own […]

The city of South Portland launched our Electrify Everything! program a little over a month ago, providing residents with rebates on electric vehicles, electric lawncare equipment, e-bikes, heating and cooling systems, and home weatherization. This week, we’re providing a refresh on Electrify Everything!: what it is, our program goals and how to apply. Program details […]