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Successful Gulf of Maine Offshore Wind Lease Sale Kicks Off a New Clean Energy Era

News release  October 29, 2024 (Augusta, ME) – A new era for clean energy in New England kicked off today when the federal government announced the results of its first floating offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Maine. Four of the eight available lease areas were purchased by developers, including one in the northern Read More

US Dept. of Energy Grant for Aroostook Renewable Transmission

NRCM Statement  October 3, 2024 (Augusta, ME) — Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $425 million in support of a proposal to connect clean, reliable wind energy from Aroostook County to the rest of Maine, as well as the New England electric grid. The project, proposed by Avangrid, must still be selected by the Read More

Latest CMP Reorganization Plan Raises Concerns for Maine Electricity Customers

Advocates Urge PUC to Protect Ratepayers September 16, 2024 (Augusta, ME) — The plan to take Maine’s largest utility private is raising serious concerns about the impact on electricity customers and the role of utilities in helping the state meet its clean energy goals. Iberdrola’s $2.5 billion buyout of public shares of Central Maine Power’s Read More

New NRCM Fall Apparel

Just in time for fall, check out our new orange bandanas! We also have hooded sweatshirts, adult long-sleeved tees, and adorable toddler tees to match! Limited quantities of each available for purchase in our online shop. All items were designed by local artist Mel Andrel and printed locally at Creation Lab. Get yours today before they sell out!

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Birding with Jeff & Allison: Quietly Working to Save the World

Critter Chatter — Reminiscing, Part I

Why We Need Strong Endangered Species Act Protections for Wildlife

Protecting the nature of Maine since 1959, by harnessing the power of science, the law, and the voices of people who value Maine's environment.

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Find hiking trails, beaches, paddles, bike paths, accessible trails, & more with our interactive Explore Maine Map. View the map & learn more.

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Shop for NRCM T-shirts, Caps, Totes, & More

Purchase our limited-edition fall merchandise, with original artwork by local artist Mel Andrel. You can also find made-in-the-USA caps, totes, & more, all in support of our work to protect the nature of Maine.
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My Maine This Week: Five Islands Sunset by Candace Dean

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My Maine This Week: Frogs by David Small

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My Maine This Week: Crawford Pond by David Preston

Woodchuck

We could have called this Creature Feature "Groundhog," because, yes, woodchuck and groundhog are names for the same critter. It’s the largest member of the squirrel family, specifically ground squirrels, known as marmots. Be sure to check out the "cool fact" about other fun names for this animal in our newest Creature Feature.

Banner photo: Katahdin, by NRCM member Wendy Weiger of Greenville Junction, Maine