Action for a greener, healthier America

The cleanest energy

As we work to move our energy systems away from fossil fuels, passing common sense bills to reduce energy use in America will be critical.

Accidents waiting to happen

Thousands of miles of waterways are threatened by at least one potential source of contamination.

Choose wildlife over waste

Plastic foam cups and containers are ending up in our oceans, polluting our water and harming wildlife. We can choose wildlife over waste.

Climate solutions from day one

America’s newly elected governors can take bold action on the greatest challenge of our time: climate change.

Your support makes it possible.

We’re working to harness our wealth, technology and imagination to make our communities and our country greener and healthier places to live for all of us.

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Solar Homes webinar highlights leadership opportunity for cities and states

News Release | Environment America

Statement: EPA commits to PFAS drinking water standards

Following pressure from lawmakers and groups such as Environment America, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) agreed today to begin setting enforceable drinking water standards on two toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). We commend the EPA for listening to the community, incorporating critical feedback, and responding appropriately to protect our drinking water from PFAS contamination.

News Release | Environment America

Statement: PFAS management plan falls short

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a “PFAS Management Plan” today that fails to establish drinking water standards for toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

News Release | Environment America

Clock starts on Dirty Water Rule 60-day comment period

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will publish its proposed replacement for the Clean Water Rule in the Federal Register on Feb. 14, initiating the 60-day public comment period. Considering the Dirty Water Rule would strip federal protections from thousands of waterways across the country, the EPA is giving Americans an astonishingly brief opportunity to speak out on the most sweeping attack on clean water in recent memory.

News Release | Environment America

Senate votes to renew Land & Water Conservation Fund

The U.S. Senate passed a public lands package today that permanently reauthorizes the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), a historically bipartisan program that has funded projects in all 50 states since its inception in 1965. The program, which expired last September, has supported everything from the expansion and maintenance of local parks and recreation centers to national forests, national parks and historical sites.

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Energy Sage

Have you ever thought about going solar at your home or business? Environment Maine has partnered with EnergySage to make finding your local solar options easy. Find out more.