Marina Schauffler

106 posts

Marina Schauffler is a writer and editor who explores the complex interconnections between ecology and culture. Her "Sea Change" column, launched in 2014, highlights ways to live more sustainably and address our collective environmental and societal challenges, particularly the climate crisis. She holds a Ph.D. in natural resources and an MA in English/creative nonfiction writing (both from the University of New Hampshire), and an interdisciplinary honors BA from Brown University.

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Update: State agency releases redacted leachate disposal agreement

The process to assess PFAS treatment options for leachate at state-owned landfills appears to be proceeding without a full understanding of the current disposal arrangements and the mandated engagement of ‘interested parties.’

ByMarina Schauffler

October 2, 2022

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The need for affordable PFAS water testing

An alternative emerges to expensive state-accredited tests.

ByMarina Schauffler

October 2, 2022

A pair of firefighters spray a shed with AFFF foam

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The slow path to eliminating PFAS in firefighting foam

Maine struggles to assess where stocks are and find safe means of disposal.

ByMarina Schauffler

October 2, 2022

A hand-drawn map of areas contaminated by PFAS forever chemicals

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Compound Injustice: PFAS may concentrate over time in landfills near the Penobscot Indian Reservation

Potential risks from PFAS and other contaminants threaten the traditional foods and tribal traditions of the Penobscot Indian Nation.

ByMarina Schauffler

September 10, 2022

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Ten questions about PFAS answered

“Forever chemicals” in Maine raise many questions for residents; here are some preliminary answers.

ByMarina Schauffler

September 10, 2022

Sign at the entrance of the Juniper Ridge landfill. The sign reads Juniper Ride Landfill owned by State of Maine Operated By NewsMe, LLC

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A state agency selects a landfill manager to conduct a study of leachate treatment options, raising questions

Lawmakers question selection process and potential conflicts of interest.

ByMarina Schauffler

September 10, 2022

Branches of trees in a Maine forest, some with leaves and some baren.

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Can’t save the forest for the trees: Confronting the loss of species that define Maine woodlands

The decline of beech, ash and hemlock will transform forest ecosystems, disrupt wildlife and exacerbate the climate crisis.

ByMarina Schauffler

July 29, 2022

Marina Schauffler

Update: State agency releases redacted leachate disposal agreement

The need for affordable PFAS water testing

The slow path to eliminating PFAS in firefighting foam

Compound Injustice: PFAS may concentrate over time in landfills near the Penobscot Indian Reservation

Ten questions about PFAS answered

A state agency selects a landfill manager to conduct a study of leachate treatment options, raising questions

Can’t save the forest for the trees: Confronting the loss of species that define Maine woodlands

Here are the latest figures on the highest-paid employees at Maine’s private universities

As residential care homes expand in Maine, seniors don’t always get the care they need

Homeless people ponder next destination as Portland housing crisis intensifies

Strengthening the field: How women are making strides in the forestry profession

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