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ESPCs for Rooftop Solar By Caitlin Marshall, PCAT Sometimes, the big, exciting ideas take a lot of nitty gritty details to get done. Solar panels on schools have long been a dream in Portlan... Read more
Your Backyard is a Wildlife Refuge Waiting to Happen By Jade Christensen The classic bright green lawn is becoming a thing of the past. Homeowners across the region are finding meaningful wa... Read more
Decarbonize your commute By Marie Caspard A few weeks ago, I rediscovered an old shirt from my elementary school days that says “Be Cool, Walk to School!” Parents would organize a “walk to s... Read more
Show Up for Your Neighbor By Caitlin Marshall When we talk about climate change, we can talk about greenhouse gas emissions, CO2 levels, and kilowatts of renewable energy. These are all key... Read more
From Paper to Pixels: Making More Sustainable Reading Choices By Jade Christensen Reading has never been more accessible. Today’s readers can choose from physical and digital formats availab... Read more
Bright Idea: Give climate friendly gifts! By Marie Caspard The holiday season is here, which also means it’s the season for gift-giving to show our love for family and friends! This can also... Read more
Solar on Schools By Caitlin Marshall For the Portland Climate Action Team, the focus has always been on what we can accomplish right here in our own town. Climate change is a global issue, a... Read more
Environmental Impact of AI By Jade Christensen AI has become an integral part of many people’s daily lives, from helping plan vacations to assisting with writing and editing documents.... Read more
Get your home energy projects in before tax credits expire By Marie Caspard Have you been considering getting an EV or adding a home charger? Perhaps adding solar to your roof? Upgrading you... Read more
Support the Cruise Ship Pollution Fee By Cailin Marshall It’s high summer, and in Maine that means – tourist time! Maine welcomes nearly 15 million visitors a year (1), and a half mill... Read more
