The Electric Tool Library allows residents to check out electric lawn care equipment, and the Swap Shop enables the donation and reuse of items.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Religion and Values
Maine may legalize the composting of human remains
Supporters say the natural end-of-life option has environmental and spiritual advantages, but some religious groups in other states have fought against the concept.
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Mother’s Day event held by Scarborough Land Trust
Broadturn Farm was site for the holiday celebration of mothers, nature and farming.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Wondering how to build a biodiverse and climate resilient yard? Library event has answers
Session is scheduled for Wednesday, May 17.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Aurora Milton wins ecomaine’s Upcycle Challenge for Cape Elizabeth
Students created new items out of used materials for ecomaine’s annual competition.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
An inadequate kitchen years ago came with some surprising sustainability lessons
Yes to leftovers and efficient meals. No to wasting water. And bacon and sausages are the wise cook’s go-tos for fast flavor.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Workshop calls for land conservation goals
A Scarborough Town Council workshop on April 19 discussed on how to achieve the town’s conservation goals and achieve the “30 by 30” initiative.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Tamar Adler’s new cookbook on leftovers is encyclopedic, smart and useful
‘The Everlasting Meal Cookbook: Leftovers A-Z’ is filled with clever, unusual – and pretty quick – ideas for meals.
Posted inLocal & State, News
‘Every day should be Earth Day’: Celebration, rally held in Portland
The city and its residents tout the strides toward sustainability, with a rally and march from Monument Square to Portland City Hall, and an event at Payson Park.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
“Electrify Everything!” program revamped
South Portland’s electrification rebate program has been expanded in the city’s push for climate goals.