ReVision Energy workers celebrate completion of a job. PHOTO: COURTESY REVISION ENERGY

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The trades gap—Solar economy may darken without workers

With electricity, gasoline, and heating oil prices soaring over the past year, ReVision Energy, which installs photovoltaic panels and heat pumps, would seem poised to explode with growth. The company, which employs 180 in Maine and another 160 in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, is indeed busy with work. But without… SEE MORE
A tree-lined street.

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In praise of tree-lined streets

There is no shortage of appropriate responses to climate change and global pollution—walking instead of driving, insulating your house, trading your leaf blower in for a rake. You can doubtless think of many more yourself. But planting a shade tree along your street, preferably in your own front yard or,… SEE MORE
From left: Scott Firmin, Dan Devereaux, Ivy Frignoca, Will Everitt, and Fred Dillon. PHOTO: COURTESY FRIENDS OF CASCO BAY

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Casco Bay group honors clean water heroes

Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca announced the three recipients of the 2022 Casco Bay Awards at Friends of Casco Bay’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act and members annual meeting earlier this summer. Award recipients were recognized for their exceptional efforts to address pollution and climate change… SEE MORE
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Six ‘Brookie’ winners named

Six young changemakers from across Maine were honored with the latest round of Brookie Awards by the Natural Resources Council of Maine for their leadership and effectiveness tackling a wide range of environmental issues. The diverse group includes college and high school student activists and scientists, ranging in age from… SEE MORE