Penelope Overton, Climate Reporter for the Portland Press Herald, will be at the Dunaway from 5:30-7PM on Thursday, September 25th to discuss, from a journalist point of view, how she chooses her climate articles and how she finds expert resources to base what she writes about. We’re hoping it’s well attended for this opportunity to […]
Picture Credit: JR P / Creative Commons The Sustainability Committee of the Town of Ogunquit meets every month and the agenda and minutes of all meetings can be found at www.townofogunquit.org You are welcome to attend Registration link: https://ogunquitpd-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1BrRRzWMSgehOc9o4qKk_w 1.0 Call to Order 4:00 PM2.0 Roll Call3.0 Review of Meeting Minutes Dec. 4, 20254.0 John Lillibridge […]
By David Nosnik, CPA Vice Chair – Sustainability Committee When most of us picture solar power, we imagine panels spread across a sunny rooftop. But what if you live in an apartment, condominium, or a home shaded by trees? The good news is that the clean energy movement is no longer limited to people with […]
By David Nosnik, CPA – Vice Chair Sustainability Committee Last Thursday, July 24, Representative Gerry Runte, the State Representative for Ogunquit, attended our monthly meeting as a guest. The Town of Ogunquit Sustainability Committee meets monthly, and the agenda and minutes of all meetings are available at www.townofogunquit.org. We welcome community members to attend. Representative […]
Follow the link to the webinar presented by Brian Ambrette, Director, State Resilience Office Maine Office of Community Affairs LINK
By David Nosnik, vice-chair Sustainability Committee Yesterday, during our monthly meeting, we had the opportunity to hear from Karina Grater, who presented an overview of how the Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission (SMPDC) is leading the creation of the Southern Maine Energy Resilience Plan. This 18-month planning effort aims to identify energy reliability challenges […]
By David Nosnik, Vice Chair Sustainability Committee with contributions from Paul Breen, Secretary Sustainability Committee. Ogunquit, our beautiful place by the sea, renowned for its scenic beauty and vibrant tourism, faces a pressing housing challenge. With over 70% of its housing stock classified as vacant due to seasonal use, the town struggles to provide affordable, […]
by David Nosnik, Vice Chair of the Sustainability Committee of Ogunquit, ME The startup Good Fibes is aiming to revolutionize sustainable fashion by addressing the limitations of natural fibers through a novel solution that combines consistent production with tunable material properties. This approach caters to the rising demand for eco-conscious clothing, particularly within luxury brands and sustainability-focused […]
Recommendation brought to you by the EPA. You can make your office more environmentally friendly by reducing energy use, such as by using ENERGY STAR appliances and encouraging public transportation for commuting. Reducing, reusing, and recycling office materials also helps conserve energy and cut down on pollution. Additionally, consider using green power from renewable sources […]
According to reports in the Washington Post climate change is driving up home insurance costs due to more frequent extreme weather events and rising expenses for insurers. Homeowners are facing higher premiums, limited coverage options, and some are even choosing to forgo insurance altogether. To navigate this challenging landscape, it’s crucial for homeowners to evaluate […]
