Witnessing abrupt climate change
Planetary change may now be outpacing both scientific understanding and political will.
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Sea Change
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Sea Change provides commentary on contemporary environmental challenges. It tackles an array of topics from a local vantage point – from energy challenges and pollution concerns to health and sustainability practices.
Paying a premium: The challenge of insurance in a climate-altered world
Maine needs to better prepare for climate’s destabilizing effects on the property insurance industry.
Strength through sharing: The growing value of free exchanges
Models already at work in Maine could be replicated statewide, helping insulate residents against future disruptions.
PFAS are roadblocks on the path to ‘zero waste’
‘Forever chemicals’ prevent the circular economy we need for long-term sustainability.
So much to gain: Getting greater comfort, savings and climate benefits by moving more quickly to carbon-free home
New initiatives could hasten the pace at which Maine homes get off fossil fuels.
Mobilizing older Americans to combat the climate crisis
Thousands of retirees have begun campaigning against financing by large institutions of fossil fuel projects.
Navigating toward clean transportation and lower environmental impacts
Maine will need more than EVs and chargers to reduce carbon pollution.