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Do these words describe the climate action plan you would like to see? As climate planning moves ahead, here are some ways that you can share your input with the Maine Climate Council:
- Attend a working group meeting: Maine Climate Council and working group meetings are public. Visit our Meeting Calendar to see upcoming meetings. Many working group meetings have opportunities for public input.
- Contact the Maine Climate Council: You can send a message to any Working Group at any time here. Please choose a Working Group in the drop-down menu.
Keep an eye out for these upcoming opportunities to participate in the Maine Climate Council:
- Public webinars: The Council will host several public webinars about the climate planning process and answer your questions. A schedule is expected in early 2024.
- Outreach to priority populations: The Council is working with partner organizations to connect with priority populations, which are individuals and communities that are most vulnerable to effects of climate change and/or have limited resources to respond. If your organization engages with priority populations and would like to be involved in this work, please click here to learn more and fill out our interest form.
Lastly, thanks to everyone who shared their thoughts at the kickoff meeting or through our Fall 2023 survey. We are reviewing your responses to inform the climate planning process, and appreciate your partnership in our work.
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Maine Climate Council To Meet Dec. 1, Release Progress Report on Climate Plan
The next Maine Climate Council meeting will be Friday, December 1, 2023, one year before the updated climate plan is due per Maine law on December 1, 2024.The Council meeting will focus on discussions the Council will have over the coming year. This meeting will be virtual for observers (click here to register) and a video recording of the meeting will be made available on the Maine Climate Council YouTube channel.
In addition to our meeting, the Council will release its annual climate plan progress report, featuring important progress updates and impact stories from Mainers on the frontlines of climate action. Check your inbox for the progess report on December 1!
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Upcoming Working Group Meetings
- Nov 27, 2023 | 9am - 12pm
- Nov 29, 2023 | 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Dec 7, 2023 | 3:30 - 5pm
- Dec 11, 2023 | 9am - 12pm
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Fifth National Climate Assessment Released
The United States Fifth National Climate Assessment was recently released. The Assessment is a comprehensive report of the impacts, risks, and responses to climate change across all regions of the US. Maine is highlighted in the report for its ongoing efforts to coordinate a response to climate change through Maine Won't Wait.
A series of webinars highlighting each of the chapters will take place over the next few months. Learn more and register here.
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Municipal Stream Crossing Program 2023 Applications are Open
The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) is seeking applications for the Municipal Stream Crossing Program to provide competitive grants that help fund the upgrade of municipal culverts at stream crossings with the goal of improving fish and wildlife habitat and community safety.
This Request for Application (RFA) document provides instructions for submitting applications, evaluation criteria, and contract provisions. Eligible project sponsors include local and tribal governments, municipal conservation commissions, soil and water conservation districts, and private nonprofit organizations.
Applicants may request up to $200,000 for projects that include design and construction (as long as they result in a completed construction project) and must include a minimum of $5,000 of local match (cash or in-kind).
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Welcome Megan Mansfield-Pryor to our team!
Megan has joined GOPIF as Waste Management Climate Policy Advisor. In this role, she will support state policy and programs on issues related to waste management and climate change, including reducing waste and associated emissions and the most cost-effective options for generating clean energy by waste sector.
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