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  Amy Davidoff, MCV Member · [email protected]
September 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Before fall arrives, I'm asking you to join me

Your new monthly gift will be matched 12 times, but act quickly! Dear John— I’ve sailed the coast of Maine for most of my life, and I still do it every chance I get. My love of the coast is exactly why I became a Kennebec Friend monthly donor of Maine Conservation Voters—and why I’m asking you to jo…
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Dear John, We hope you will plan to join us this Friday, September 11, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: The Most Dangerous Branch | How the Supreme Court Has Reshaped Environmental Law. REGISTER HERE For decades, landmark environmental laws have helped protect our air, water, wildlife, …
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  Sarah Woodbury, MCV · [email protected]
September 3, 2026 at 11:01 AM

BREAKING: The 2026 Environmental Scorecard is here!

See how your legislators voted. Dear John, Holding our elected officials accountable for the votes they take each year is a cornerstone of our work here at Maine Conservation Voters. Today, we’re sharing with you our 2026 Environmental Scorecard, which tells the story of what happened during the 132…
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  Chloe Hoffman, MCV · [email protected]
September 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM

5 reasons to make your gift monthly

Reason #5 involves a 12x match! 👀 Dear John— With less than a month left in our Summer Sustainer campaign, we’re asking you to become our newest monthly donor. Here are 5 reasons why joining our community of Kennebec Friend monthly donors is one of the best ways to support the environment in Maine—a…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
August 30, 2026 at 10:30 PM

YOU’RE INVITED: September Lunch & Learn! (online)

Dear John, Our Lunch & Learn programming is back, and we’re beginning the fall with a conversation about what happens after environmental laws are passed. Courts play an enormous role in determining how those laws work in practice, and recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions have made many long-standing…
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Dear John, Starting later this afternoon, the Maine Data Center Advisory Council is hosting two public listening sessions to hear directly from Mainers about their top concerns for large-scale data centers. Public input is essential to the work of this council, and we encourage you to participate in…
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  Dan Jenkins, MCV Action Fund · [email protected]
August 24, 2026 at 11:00 PM

We're hiring part-time field organizers!

Join us in the fight for the future of Maine. Dear John, Looking for a way to make a difference in this election season? Come join MCV Action Fund in the fight to help elect a pro-conservation and pro-democracy majority in Augusta! We're hiring part-time field organizers, based in western Maine, to …
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  Stacie Haines, MCV & MCA · [email protected]
August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM

What is your legacy?

John— Last week, I took my annual backpacking trip with family and friends. We don’t go far or fast, but for a few days each year, we sink into quiet, mixed deciduous-conifer forests and are rewarded with colorful fungi, the occasional salamander, and loons echoing near our campsite. I’m committed t…
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  Niru Aggarwal, MCV · [email protected]
August 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM

Help protect Maine for my grandchildren—and yours

Your gift matched 12x through Sept 22! Dear John— I care a lot about the Maine my grandchildren will inherit. I’m especially concerned about the enormous amounts of energy and water required for rapidly developing, large-scale data centers across the country. Maine communities should have a say and …
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  Sarah Woodbury, MCV Action Fund · [email protected]
August 19, 2026 at 11:02 AM

MCV Action Fund releases second round of endorsements for the Maine Legislature

John, We are excited to share with you our second round of endorsements for the Maine State Legislature for the November 3 election. Electing environmental champions at the state-level is one of the most important things we can do right now, and our endorsees have all demonstrated a commitment to pr…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
August 17, 2026 at 11:02 AM

A new development in CMP’s proposed rate hike

John, Central Maine Power’s ongoing rate case is getting a closer look. Earlier this month, the Maine Public Utilities Commission overruled CMP’s objection and ordered the company to turn over internal financial documents from Iberdrola, its multinational parent company. Those records could give reg…
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  Dan Jenkins, MCVAF · [email protected]
August 15, 2026 at 11:33 AM

Help us win big for the environment in November

Dear John, With fewer than 85 days until the November election, there is no time to waste. Please consider a gift to Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund today, when it matters most. Donate here We are already running sophisticated and dynamic campaigns to elect pro-environment leaders across Maine…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
August 10, 2026 at 11:29 AM

Rally with us August 27: Tell Congress No Immunity for Big Oil

Dear John, Big Oil is pushing Congress for something no industry should get: a special shield from accountability. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would block climate lawsuits and state laws aimed at making fossil fuel companies help pay for the damage they’ve caused. Here in Main…
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  Team MCV · [email protected]
August 5, 2026 at 1:01 PM

Re: Polluters should not get a free pass

John— Together, we made real, tangible progress toward making polluters—not Maine people—pay for the damage they cause to the air, water, and communities in Maine. This is an incredible victory—but now, Big Oil and their allies are pushing for immunity at the federal level. That's why MCV is committ…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
August 3, 2026 at 3:40 PM

Polluters should not get a free pass

Dear John, This spring, Maine took an important first step toward making the world's largest oil companies pay for the damage that climate change is already causing our state. During a hard-fought legislative session, MCV worked with lawmakers, members, and coalition partners to help pass a bill tha…
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  Melissa Paly, MCV · [email protected]
July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Long-term challenges need long-term support

That's why I became a Kennebec Friend monthly donor to MCV Dear John— I’ve called Maine home for more than 30 years. It’s where I’ve put down roots, raised my family, built my career, and found a community that shares my commitment to clean water and natural landscapes. If it weren't for the decades…
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John, Apologies! Our previous email contained an incorrect link. It has been updated below. Best, MCV Action Fund Team John, One of our top priorities this year is to help elect a pro-environment majority to the Maine Legislature. At a time when federal leadership is escalating threats to our climat…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
July 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Lunch & Learn programming will be back in September

Dear John, As summer gets underway, the Lunch & Learn team will be taking a short pause from programming in July and August. We’re looking forward to being back together in September with a great fall lineup! In the meantime, we hope you’ll catch up on past programs through our Lunch & Learn page. W…
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Dear John, The Maine Data Center Advisory Council wants to hear from you. As the team here at MCV has worked to put a temporary pause on data centers in Maine, we’ve noticed that you all have a lot of concerns about these possible projects. Now you can voice your concerns directly to the new data ce…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
June 22, 2026 at 10:51 PM

One more public hearing on CMP’s rate hike

Dear John, Tomorrow, the Maine Public Utilities Commission will hold its final scheduled public witness hearing on Central Maine Power's latest proposed rate hike. CMP is asking regulators to approve a $189 million distribution rate increase. If approved, the average residential customer would pay a…
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  Mike Williams, MCV · [email protected]
June 21, 2026 at 1:01 PM

The need for sustainer support has never been greater

Join MCV's Summer Sustainer campaign and power year-round advocacy... John— Today marks the launch of MCV’s Summer Sustainer campaign, and the need for sustained support has never been greater. I am a MCV monthly donor because Maine communities are facing growing threats to clean water, affordable e…
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  The MCV Action Fund Team · [email protected]
June 19, 2026 at 11:31 AM

A Major Victory for the Environment in Maine

Dear John, Last year, for the first time in our organization's history, Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund endorsed a candidate in a gubernatorial primary, backing Hannah Pingree. We took this unprecedented step because of Hannah’s leadership and proven track record of standing up to powerful cor…
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Dear John, On Thursday, October 15, 2026 Maine Conservation Voters (MCV) and Maine Conservation Alliance (MCA) will host our biggest event of the year! Please join us for a special evening of community and conversation. It will be so wonderful to be together for our 24th Evening for the Environment!…
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  The MCV Action Fund Team · [email protected]
June 8, 2026 at 9:55 PM

Tomorrow is Election Day!

Get out to vote for climate champion Hannah Pingree! Dear John, Tomorrow is Election Day! If you haven't voted yet, we wanted to share some important info that you'll need before you head out: If you still have an absentee ballot, DO NOT MAIL IT. Bring the completed ballot to your town clerk's offic…
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  The MCV Action Fund Team · [email protected]
June 5, 2026 at 12:01 PM

🗳️ Get Out The Vote for Hannah Pingree!

We need your support in the final days before the primary election! Dear John, There are just four days left before the Democratic Primary election on Tuesday and Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund is getting out the vote for environmental champion and former House Speaker Hannah Pingree. She is …
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
May 27, 2026 at 7:01 PM

Sign now: Help stop CMP’s latest rate hike

Dear John, Central Maine Power is asking for more money…again. The company has filed a new proposal asking Maine regulators to approve a $189 million distribution rate increase. CMP is trying to frame this as a small decrease in bills, but here’s what’s really happening: customers were already expec…
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Dear John, I hope you will join us tomorrow, Friday, May 8, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: Holding the Line | Key Wins from Maine’s 132nd Legislative Session. REGISTER HERE At a time when environmental protections and democratic institutions are under pressure nationwide, Maine moved …
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
May 3, 2026 at 10:30 PM

YOU’RE INVITED: May Lunch & Learn! (online)

Dear John, This May Day, my family and I gathered to look through photos and share stories about the 1987–88 International Paper Strike. Though I wasn’t there myself, seeing images of my grandmother packing meals for strikers and my grandfather speaking at his Local 14 reminded me of how deeply thei…
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Dear John, I wanted to follow-up to share that earlier today the Maine Legislature failed to override Gov. Janet Mills’ veto of LD 307, a bill that would’ve imposed a statewide pause on large-scale data centers. This bill is dead, but this fight is far from over. Together, we’ve built the coalition …
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Dear John, Late this afternoon, Governor Janet Mills vetoed LD 307, a bill that would’ve imposed a statewide pause on large-scale data centers. This is difficult news and not the outcome we wanted, but there’s still a chance for this bill to become law. The Maine Legislature can override a Governor’…
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  Chloe Hoffman, MCA · [email protected]
April 22, 2026 at 3:49 PM

Happy Earth Day!

Dear John, On April 18th, our community of activists came together at Old Orchard Beach for a beach cleanup in honor of Earth Day. The results were inspiring! More than 80 volunteers joined us to clean up the shoreline, collecting an amazing 81 pounds of trash! Every piece removed helps protect wild…
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  Sarah Woodbury, MCA · [email protected]
April 18, 2026 at 12:01 PM

A legislative session of historic wins for nature and people!

Dear John, After several late nights and early mornings at the State House, the legislative session is officially over (!!), and we’re pleased to share with you an update on the Environmental Priorities Coalition’s (EPC) policy progress for 2026. The EPC is a force multiplier at the State House, bri…
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  Sarah Woodbury, MCV · [email protected]
April 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Add your name: Protect Maine from unchecked data centers!

John— Maine is on the verge of making history. The legislature passed a first-in-the-nation statewide moratorium on large-scale data centers, giving lawmakers time to fully assess impacts on our electric grid, natural resources, and communities before new facilities are built. The final step is Gove…
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Dear John, I wanted to share some truly exciting and uplifting news on one of our major and perennial priorities: the Land for Maine’s Future program (LMF). For the first time in the history of the program, LMF has a continuous funding source! Late last week, the Governor signed into law her supplem…
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  Gabe Cole, MCV · [email protected]
April 9, 2026 at 11:07 PM

Tell Governor Mills to support a pause on data centers

Dear John, We’re quickly approaching the end of the legislative session – the scheduled adjournment date is less than a week away – and we need your help to get one of our top priorities across the finish line. You’ve heard us talk about this bill before or maybe you’ve even seen reporting from nati…
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Dear John, I hope you will join us tomorrow, Friday, April 10, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: Mass Timber in Maine | A Strategic Opportunity for Climate Action and Economic Growth REGISTER HERE Mass timber is a category of engineered wood products that serve as a practical, low-carbon…
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Dear John, I hope you will plan to join us this Friday, April 10, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: Mass Timber in Maine | A Strategic Opportunity for Climate Action and Economic Growth. REGISTER HERE Mass timber is a category of engineered wood products that serve as a practical, low-ca…
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  Chloe Hoffman, MCA · [email protected]
April 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Make a difference this Earth Day!

Join us at Old Orchard Beach for a beach cleanup! Dear John, Spring is here! As the wildlife and landscapes in Maine begin to wake after a long winter, Earth Day is just around the corner—a perfect time to come together and care for the natural places we love. Please join us for an Earth Day Beach C…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
April 1, 2026 at 11:36 PM

YOU’RE INVITED: April Lunch & Learn! (online)

Dear John, April always feels like a turning point here in Maine. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and there’s a sense of new life and new possibilities. It's a good time to take a closer look at the kinds of climate solutions that can help build a stronger future for our …
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Dear John, We’re thrilled to share that Dan Jenkins has joined Maine Conservation Voters (MCV) as our new Political Director! Dan will lead our work to make conservation, climate, and the environment political priorities for the Maine Legislature. He’ll work alongside candidates, party leaders, alli…
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Dear John, I hope you will join us tomorrow, Friday, March 27, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: From Policy to Projects | Accelerating Clean Energy Deployment. REGISTER HERE Clean energy goals are only meaningful if we can turn them into real projects that communities support. How do st…
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Dear John, Maine has a unique window of opportunity to set the rules before large-scale data centers come to our state. LD 307 is a bill that would enact a temporary, targeted pause on the construction of large-scale data centers to allow time to put in place the guardrails necessary to protect Main…
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  Maggie Somers, MCV · [email protected]
March 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM

The Energy Fairness Act is Maine law 💪

Dear John, I’m thrilled to share that as of this afternoon, LD 1949, the Energy Fairness Act, has become law!! 🥳 This achievement is the result of months of advocacy, organizing, and persistence. Advocates, lawmakers, and supporters of MCV all worked together to create a coalition for a fairer energ…
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Dear John, I hope you will plan to join us this Friday, March 27, from 12-1 PM for our virtual Lunch and Learn: From Policy to Projects | Accelerating Clean Energy Deployment. REGISTER HERE Clean energy goals are only meaningful if we can turn them into real projects that communities support. How do…
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  Chloe Hoffman, MCA · [email protected]
March 16, 2026 at 5:59 PM

Join us at Old Orchard Beach this Earth Day!

Dear John, There are lots of ways to celebrate Earth Day, but one of our favorites is spending time outside with people (like you!) who care about protecting the natural places in Maine and making an impact in their community. We would love for you to join us for an Earth Day Beach Cleanup at Old Or…
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