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The passage of President Donald Trump’s budget bill means certain clean energy reimbursements are being phased out – right as the Maine Legislature has voted to end Net Energy Billing, a controversial solar subsidy program. Plus, how to keep clothing out of landfills.

From malfunctioning bridges and heaving sidewalks to baking strawberries in a field... a look at how extreme weather is affecting in Maine. And, cooling down your home while conserving energy.

The Maine Legislature is poised to pass two bills that would convert miles of railroad tracks into walking and biking trails. Is this the start of something new, or the end of something great? Plus, how to spread the word about climate change — without bumming everyone out.

How spruce budworms are coming for Maine’s greatest weapon against climate change, and what is being done. Plus: ways to get outside, however you can.

Biodiversity, butterflies, coastal erosion control, and how Maine teachers are continuing climate education despite obstacles on the federal level.

What is the future of public transit in Maine? What do I need to know about climate, environment and energy news from the past few weeks? And what's a small change with a big sustainability payoff I can make in my home garden?

Explore new facets of climate change, clean energy and conservation with explainers, news roundups, and small changes you can make. Plus, ways to get involved and get outside.