carbon emissions

Study indicates poverty should be at the 'heart' of climate strategies.

A $30 million program will help commercial timberland owners manage property to store more greenhouse gasses

U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree of Maine's 1st District was joined by fellow Democratic lawmakers and business leaders in Washington on Thursday to highlight the environmental threat posed by the so-called "fast fashion" industry.

Greenhouse gas emissions have fallen 30% below 1990 levels, according to a new report from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.

Scientists say one of the most effective ways for humans to reduce their personal carbon footprint is to cut back, or eliminate, air travel. The no-jet-set movement is relatively small, but there are some Mainers who have stopped flying — or are at least cutting back.

Maine forests already absorb about 70% of the state's annual fossil fuel emissions. Now, a new study shows that Maine's commercial forest landowners could increase annual carbon storage by at least 20% over the next 60 years while maintaining timber harvest levels.

Climate challenges facing Maine range from extreme weather to sea-level rise to warming waters.We'll discuss how climate science informs policy and real…

The next new passenger boat for Casco Bay Lines will run almost completely on electricity.U.S. Sen. Susan Collins Tuesday announced a $3.2 million federal…

The Nature Conservancy in Maine has become the latest conservation group to announce its participation in what's known as a carbon offset project to…

As the climate gets warmer, sugar maple trees will have a harder time producing enough sap to meet demand. Luckily, scientists and maple syrup-makers are on the case.