We’re pushing Maine to adopt stronger standards for clean cars and trucks that would give more Mainers the freedom to choose non-polluting cars. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection held a public hearing on these rules on Thursday, August 17th at 8:30 a.m. Public support of clean cars at the hearing will be essential in Read More
Past Events
NRCM hosts and sponsors a variety of events online and in person each year. Here are some recent past events. Visit nrcm.org to see upcoming event opportunities for you to attend. We hope to see you at an NRCM event soon!
May 1, 2023: NRCM Expert Panel—Shaping the Future of Maine’s Clean Energy Grid
NRCM hosted an online expert panel to debrief the Public Utilities Commission’s recent workshop on integrated grid planning. These workshops are part of an integrated planning process that gives us a chance to take a step back and reimagine how we build and operate the grid to achieve our climate and clean energy goals as Read More
May 25, 2023: Protecting Maine’s Environment—An Insider’s View of Progress and Challenges
NRCM Advocacy Director Pete Didisheim spoke on Thursday evening, May 25 at the Topsham Public Library to give an insider’s report on environmental policy issues currently under consideration in the Maine Legislature, including the progress already made and the challenges ahead. Over the past several years, the Maine Legislature has enacted a long list of Read More
April 25, 2023 — Zoom in: The Maine Trails Bond
Zoom in: The Maine Trails Bond Tuesday, April 25, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Maine has the potential to be a top-tier state in the nation with multi-use trails that support activities that contribute to our economy, environment, and quality of life. At this webinar, participants learned more about a $30 million trails bond that will Read More
April 18, 2023 — Zoom in with Jamie Hogan: Skywatcher and Maine’s Dark Skies
Zoom in with Jamie Hogan: Skywatcher and Maine’s Dark Skies Tuesday, April 18 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Jamie Hogan, award-winning illustrator and author was our guest for this family friendly online event. She shared the story and inspiration behind her book Skywatcher, where a young boy longs to see the stars but can’t in Read More
March 22, 2023: Zoom in — Modernizing Maine’s Bottle Bill
Maine’s Bottle Bill is our most successful recycling and litter prevention program. Unfortunately, the local redemption centers that are key to its success are struggling due to inflation and labor shortages. NRCM is encouraging lawmakers to pass two bills that will help redemption centers stay in business and ensure that Mainers have places to redeem Read More
December 15, 2022: Restoring Atlantic Rivers and Their Great Fish Migrations
NRCM welcomed John Waldman — scientist, author, and educator — to discuss how we can restore Maine’s rivers and the great fish migrations they were once home to. Zoom in with John Waldman: Restoring Atlantic Rivers and Their Great Fish Migrations Thursday, December 15, 2022 About John Waldman: John is a tenured biology professor at Queens Read More
October 26, 2022: Conservation Leadership Awards, Hallowell
NRCM Conservation Leadership Awards Celebration We gathered at Maple Hill Farm to honor this year’s outstanding Conservation Leadership Award recipients: Dr. Steve Kress, Julie Rosenbach and Troy Moon, Dr. Robin Hadlock Seeley, Frenchman Bay United, and this year’s People’s Choice Award winner. Thanks to everyone who joined us.
September 14, 2022: Consistent and Compelling: Maine’s Model for Mitigating Climate Change, Orono
Maine’s state motto – Dirigo (“I lead”) – is a fitting one, especially when it comes to combatting climate change. The Pine Tree state has spearheaded a comprehensive approach to mitigating climate change – from establishing the Maine Climate Council to implementing a statewide action plan. Despite facing a range of climate hazards from sea-level Read More
