The group has introduced bipartisan legislation to support and expand programs such as the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
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Hundreds of scientists gather in Portland to address climate change in the Gulf of Maine
The Gulf of Maine 2050 International Symposium is aimed at sharing the latest science on ocean acidification and rising sea levels and ocean temperatures.
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Maine lobster landings ‘are way off,’ down 40% from last year
Fishermen had landed less than 50 million pounds by the end of September, a 38% decline from the 5-year average. The state’s top fishing regulator says ‘that doesn’t mean the sky is falling.’
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Weather Channel wades into climate debate with candidate interviews
It’s the first time the network has gotten involved directly in a political campaign.
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Waterford church to begin year-long discussion series on climate change
Each session will involve an expert presentation to better understand the issues involved, a facilitated discussion/working group, and a call to action featuring specific steps that can be taken.
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Maine nonprofit launches global effort to help small farms cut greenhouse gas emissions
The initiative seeks to boost yields while building up carbon in their soil, reducing the effects of climate change.
Posted inNation / World, News
Heat wave topples October records across much of the U.S.
Temperatures are peaking on Wednesday during an extended stretch of high heat and humidity east of the Mississippi River.
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A climate change glossary of terms
Carbon-neutral — Having no net contribution of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. Decarbonization — The effort to transition away from activities that release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in favor of alternatives that do not. Greenhouse gas — Any of a variety of gases (carbon dioxide and methane being among the most prominent) that […]
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Gov. Mills wants Maine carbon-neutral by 2045. What will that take?
For this richly forested state, it may not take much beyond previously announced greenhouse gas cuts.
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When teens ask ‘How dare you?’ politicians should take notice
Skipping school is supposed to be the sign of a troubled student. Now it’s the sign of a troubled planet. Since the 1990s, scientific research has led to a clearer understanding of the human contribution to, and potentially disastrous consequences of, climate change, but it may require the voices of children to pressure adults into […]