In a recent article that appeared in the New York Times reporter Cara Buckley described the legal battle Jeff and Janet Crouch, a Maryland couple, won against their neighborhood association that changed state law. The couple had chosen native plants instead of grass for their front yard to protect the local wild life. They were […]
Penelope Overton reported in the Portland Press Herald an additional $5.4 million investment in clean energy projects benefiting 91 cities, towns and tribes in Maine. Governor Mills is quoted: “We are making unprecedented strides to embrace clean energy, to reduce carbon emissions, and to help our communities fight, at every level, the greatest danger of […]
THIS IS WHAT SUSTAINABILITY IS ALL ABOUT! In a recent aerrticle broadcast in the internet by CNN, Rachel Ramirez relates how ” This 100% solar community (Babcok Ranch, Fla) endured Hurricane Ian with no loss of power and minimal damage … … Babcock Ranch in SW Florida calls itself “America’s first solar-powered town.” Its nearby […]
Annual celebration on September 16th! The event will include a panel of local activists facilitated by Representative Chellie Pingree who will speak about the importance of activism to highlight the importance of intersectional and justice-centered solutions to the climate crisis! Read more
Picture credit Mikael Seegen at Unsplash As described in “Environmental Health News” PFAS stands for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which contain a strong carbon-fluorine bond that allows them to accumulate over time in the environment and in the bodies of animals and people, posing health risks. PFAS chemicals might also be thought of as “everywhere chemicals,” […]
Clean Swell® makes it easy for anyone to make an impact on our ocean. When you head out to one of our beautiful beaches, use Clean Swell to be a part of long-lasting solutions. With this app, you can easily record each item of trash you collect, which helps scientists and advocates around the world […]
The Transfer Station will be working with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to start a program for organic waste recycling. A big thanks to John Fusco, transfer station manager who is leading the effort and contributing to a greener Ogunquit! You can learn more about this very innovative program at OGUNQUIT ORGANIC RECYCLING
JUNE 27 12PM DON’ MISS IT On June 27th from Noon to 2:00 PM John Maclaine from the DEP will give a presentation in the Main Hall of the Dunaway Center. He will give his presentation followed by a Q&A time
Picture credit Phil9816 at Pixabay The Boston Globe reports on efforts by a Cape Cod community to deal with pollution from poorly maintained, aging septic systems. Follow the entire article at Boston Globe
2nd annual Native Plant Fair May 21 10:00am—2:00pm (Rain Date May 22) Beach Plum Farm, 610 Main Street, Ogunquit Please join us for Ogunquit’s second annual Native Plant Fair! We will be showing off some of the fabulous native plants that are adapted to our soils and climate, and helping attendees to understand the many […]
