The Climate Monitor newsletter is a weekly roundup by The Maine Monitor of Maine’s most urgent environment and energy-related news. The newsletter is delivered by email every other Friday and the story portion of each edition is archived below.
Maine is tightening limits on “forever chemicals” in drinking water. Are communities ready?
As federal funds lapse and state grants expire, dozens of Maine schools, mobile home parks and homeowners could be left to pay for filtration alone.
Maine will help homeowners in 4 counties replace their roofs
The new program will award up to $15,000 to eligible homeowners to help them fortify their homes against severe storms.
Amphibian conservation group dives into municipal planning
Volunteers spend spring nights outside with flashlights and rain gear to watch as frogs and salamanders cross the road. Their data helps researchers identify dangerous areas and think through potential infrastructure changes.
Two reports, two energy visions for Maine
Both reports agree on one thing: energy prices are likely to rise.
$4.6 million awarded for wetland restoration around the state
The projects include restoring the largest freshwater wetland in Acadia and removing dams in Yarmouth.
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