PFAS, lithium mining, renewable energy among issues likely to face Maine’s 131st Legislature.
Environment
Researchers seek statewide changes to save clam fishery from climate-driven collapse
Warming weather has kept clam predators active, and a slow response to possible solutions has led to frustrations.
Here are some resources to learn more about coastal erosion in Maine
From mapping and sea rise tracking tools to model ordinances, a marine geologist offers resources for homeowners and others who want to learn more.
Panelists discuss coastal erosion lessons to learn from Dec. 23 storm
The late December storm brought home the impacts of sea level rise for the Maine coast.
The waters of Boothbay Harbor have gotten warmer over the past century, data show
Long-term datasets such as the numbers from Boothbay Harbor help scientists understand the impact of climate change.
Women in aquaculture: Yarmouth resident Alicia Gaiero
Part 3 of a project analyzing gender in Maine and New Hampshire’s aquaculture industry through visual storytelling.
Newry couple that discovered $1.5 billion lithium deposit is fighting in court to mine it
The couple is appealing a DEP decision so they can mine the sought-after material that is used in batteries and cell phones
State, federal lawmakers direct millions toward climate resilience, adaptation projects
Millions of dollars, for projects large and small, will flow to each of Maine’s counties in 2023 from state and federal coffers.
In Maine, heat pumps are proving themselves even against extreme cold
The state is well on its way to a goal of installing 100,000 heat pumps by 2025. New research shows standalone systems can deliver comfort and cost savings even in subzero temperatures.
Women in aquaculture: Bar Harbor resident Joanna Fogg
Part 2 of a project analyzing gender in Maine and New Hampshire’s aquaculture industry through visual storytelling.
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