Stacie Haines, MCV · [email protected]

March 24, 2021 at 3:01 PM

TRIPLE MATCH for Maine's woods, water, and wildlife!

    Dear John, I wanted to make sure that you saw Beth's email about this opportunity to support MCV's work and have your gift TRIPLE MATCHED. There is no need to aerially spray glyphosate on our forests. It's past time to stop this harmful practice. Maine land supports so many sp…

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  Ches Gundrum, MCV · [email protected]

March 23, 2021 at 3:07 PM

Sign our petition: Let’s keep balloons out of Maine’s wild places

     Dear John, I have spent thousands of hours at sea and along our coasts studying Maine’s wildlife, so trust me when I tell you: balloons blow. When a balloon is released, it always finds its way back down. They pollute our forests, clog our waterway…

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  Maureen Drouin, MCV Executive Director · [email protected]

March 21, 2021 at 10:34 PM

You’re Invited: A Conversation with Congressman Jared Golden (online)

     Dear John, I hope you will plan to join us this Friday, March 26th from 12-1 PM for a special event that we’re really excited to bring to you. Representative Jared Golden of Maine's Second Congressional District will join us to share his priorities…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

March 20, 2021 at 11:34 AM

Let's push these environmental priorities over the finish line!

     Dear John, Glyphosate, the main ingredient in the toxic Roundup weed killer, is an herbicide that has been aerially sprayed on Maine's forests for more than 30 years. The chemical is deemed a "probable carcinogen" by the World Health Organization a…

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

March 18, 2021 at 12:46 PM

TOMORROW: Banning Aerial Herbicide Spraying in Maine’s Woods (online)

     Dear John, Aerial spraying toxic chemicals — like Round-Up — to “manage” Maine’s forests is a bad idea. Unfortunately, this practice is on the rise in our state. Join us at noon tomorrow for a Lunch & Learn with Senate President Troy Jackson ab…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

March 17, 2021 at 7:31 PM

We’re Hiring — Help Spread the Word!

     John, Happy (almost) Spring! I hope you’re staying warm and enjoying these brighter evenings. I’m writing to let you know that our team is growing —  we're looking for an Operations Director to manage our human resources, financial, and internal op…

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  Stacie Haines, MCV · [email protected]

March 16, 2021 at 3:25 PM

Hike, donate, advocate for land protection in Maine!

    Dear John, We have hit the year mark since the pandemic hit our corner of the world and changed life as we knew it. May your health and your spirits be well during what—we all hope—is the final stretch. Like many of you, one of my favorite pandemic activities has been hiking…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

March 15, 2021 at 10:24 PM

BREAKING: Deb Haaland confirmed as the Secretary of the Interior!

     Dear John, Just minutes ago, Rep. Deb Haaland of New Mexico was officially confirmed as our nation’s new Secretary of the Interior! Incoming Sec. Haaland is the first indigenous cabinet Secretary and second-highest-ranking enrolled Native American …

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

March 14, 2021 at 10:16 PM

You’re Invited: Banning Aerial Herbicide Spraying in Maine’s Woods (online)

     Dear John, I hope you will plan to join us this Friday, March 19th, from 12-1 PM for our Friday Lunch and Learn focused on ending the aerial spraying of herbicides in Maine’s iconic woods. The increase in aerial spraying of herbicides for forestry …

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  Ches Gundrum, MCV · [email protected]

March 12, 2021 at 4:01 PM

GOOD NEWS from Augusta!

     Dear John,  Masked-up and socially-distanced, legislators met together in-person in Augusta this week and moved forward important legislation. Two bills in particular — LD 102 and LD 2  — that we support and testified in favor of during their pub…

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

March 11, 2021 at 12:25 PM

TOMORROW: A Conversation with Secretary of State Shenna Bellows (online)

     Dear John, Maine people turned out to vote in record numbers in 2020 -- in person, by mail, and through secure drop boxes. Are those election innovations here to stay? And what do the elections of the future look like?  Tomorrow at noon, Maine's ne…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 1:33 PM

TOMORROW: Closing the Toxic Out-of-State Waste Loophole (online)

     Dear John, We need to keep out-of-state waste out of Maine.  Our Lunch & Learn tomorrow, February 26 at noon focuses on a legal loophole in Maine’s waste management laws that has allowed for Maine to become a toxic dumping ground for the rest o…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 23, 2021 at 10:37 PM

Tell Maine’s Senators to Confirm Rep. Deb Haaland as the Secretary of the Interior

     Dear John, Rep. Deb Haaland is an incredible and historic choice to lead the Department of the Interior — and we need your help to keep her confirmation from getting derailed. Not only is Rep. Haaland a fierce climate advocate who would successfull…

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  Abbie Bradford, MCV · [email protected]

February 22, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Defend Maine's plastic bag ban!

     Dear John, Thanks to thousands of Mainers like you, Maine became one of the first states to ban single-use plastic bags in 2019. This was a huge victory for our health and the environment.  But now, the plastics industry - backed by Big Oil - is tr…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 21, 2021 at 10:30 PM

You're Invited: Protecting Our Communities and Closing the Toxic Out-of-State Waste Loophole (online)

     Dear John, A legal loophole in Maine’s waste management laws has allowed for Maine to become a toxic dumping ground for the northeast.  Every year, hundreds of thousands of tons of waste from out of state are dumped in the state-owned Juniper Ridge…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

February 18, 2021 at 5:12 PM

JUST RELEASED: LCV’s National Environmental Scorecard | See how Maine’s Representatives scored in 2020!

See how Maine’s representatives voted on legislation to protect clean air, safe drinking water, and our health.      Dear John, Our partners at the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) just released the 2020 National Environmental Scorecard. This year, i…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 14, 2021 at 11:03 PM

You're Invited: Of bold mice and shy squirrels (online)

     Dear John, Have you ever wondered how the personality of a mouse can shape a whole ecosystem? I certainly have.  This week, Alessio Mortelliti, Associate Professor of Wildlife Habitat Conservation at the University of Maine at Orono, will join us t…

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  Stacie Haines, MCV · [email protected]

February 13, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Introducing Kennebec Friends: Show Maine your love all year long

     Dear John, Happy Valentine’s Day!  Today, I am delighted to offer you the opportunity to show your love of Maine all year long. Maine Conservation Voters is launching Kennebec Friends, a community of valued monthly donors who, like you, are …

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 11, 2021 at 1:13 PM

TOMORROW: Offshore Wind in the Gulf of Maine (online)

 Dear John, I wanted to be sure you saw Will’s note about our February Lunch & Learns!  Tomorrow, Dan Burgess and Celina Cunningham from the Governor’s Energy Office will join us to provide an overview and update of activities related to offshore wind in the Gulf of Maine…

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  Abbie Bradford, MCV · [email protected]

February 10, 2021 at 8:50 PM

TOMORROW: How Maine’s Climate Action Plan Will Become Law

     Dear John,  I hope you’ll plan to join us tomorrow, Thursday, February 11 from 12-1 PM, to learn how Maine’s new Climate Action Plan will be enacted.  Click here to register! After more than a year of hard work, scientific input, debate, and input…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

February 6, 2021 at 12:45 PM

Our climate and environmental priorities for 2021

     John, As you know, much of MCV's work focuses on ensuring our lawmakers listen to the issues that are important to our members, including climate action, protecting our land and wildlife, and keeping us all healthy with clean air and water. That's …

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

February 4, 2021 at 9:56 PM

TOMORROW: Join us for a climate action update from DC (online)

     Dear John, We’re looking forward to tomorrow's Lunch & Learn with the League of Conservation Voters and we hope that you will consider joining us. From executive orders to nomination hearings, so much good news is coming from the Biden-Harris A…

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  Abbie Bradford, MCV · [email protected]

February 4, 2021 at 2:12 PM

Join us! How A Plan Becomes Law: Next Steps for Maine's Climate Action Plan (online)

     Dear John,  Please join Maine Conservation Voters and our partners next Thursday, February 11 from 12-1 PM to learn how Maine’s new Climate Action Plan will be enacted. Click here to register! Gov. Mills and the Maine Climate Council released the …

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

February 3, 2021 at 2:09 PM

Let's get Craig Hickman to the Maine Senate

    Hi John -- I wanted to make sure you saw Beth’s email. We are so excited to be working to help elect organic farmer and former representative Craig Hickman to the Maine State Senate! This will likely be a very close race and there is a vast difference…

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  Francesca Gundrum, MCV · [email protected]

February 1, 2021 at 12:16 AM

Quick correction to our February Lunch & Learn schedule

 Dear John, There was a small error in the email you just received about our February Lunch & Learn schedule. Please see the correct description for our Lunch & Learn on February 19th below:  Friday, February 19, 12-1pm: Of Bold Mice and Shy Squirrels Of bold mice an…

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

January 31, 2021 at 11:12 PM

YOU’RE INVITED: Join us to learn about Offshore Wind, Tiny Mammals, Landfills, and Federal Climate and Environmental opportunities (online)

     Dear John, Joe Biden is President of the United States and despite attempts by a horde of insurrectionists, America stands and refocuses its attention on climate action, healthcare, and fixing systemic inequities. We’re bringing in an expert to exp…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV Action Fund · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 11:16 PM

Help us elect Craig Hickman to the Maine Senate

    John, Election season isn't quite over, and we have an incredible opportunity to elect a climate champion to the open Maine Senate seat in southern Kennebec county vacated by now-Secretary of State Shenna Bellows. We recently endorsed organic farmer a…

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  Abbie Bradford, MCV · [email protected]

January 27, 2021 at 8:50 PM

Add your name: Thank President Biden for taking bold climate action

     Dear John, Today is a day for celebration in the climate movement! Thanks to years of organizing, advocacy, activism and the collective efforts of countless Americans, including thousands of MCV members, the Biden-Harris administration announced a …

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

January 24, 2021 at 11:14 PM

You're Invited: What Does It Take to Change a Community? (online)

     Dear John, How can we help our lower income families own their homes? Can homeownership not only help families, but also revitalize our neglected neighborhoods?  Join us as Nancy Williams of the Waterville Community Land Trust (WCLT) tells us about…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

January 17, 2021 at 11:22 PM

You're Invited: Kick off the 2021 Legislative Session with Maine's Environmental Priorities Coalition (online)

     Dear John, I wanted to be sure you saw Will’s note -- this Friday’s Lunch & Learn will be a little different and we are so excited for it. The 2021 Legislative Session is here! Together with our partners in Maine’s Environmental Priorities Coal…

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  Stacie Haines, MCV · [email protected]

January 16, 2021 at 12:28 PM

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this Monday

     Dear John,  We wanted to let you know about an opportunity to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday.  The NAACP in Maine and the MLK Steering Committee will host the 40th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Observance this Monday, …

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

January 14, 2021 at 11:31 PM

2021 Legislative Session, climate, voting rights, and more

     Hello John, Happy New Year and welcome to a new legislative session. While we anxiously await the transition to a Biden Administration - and remain sickened by those who perpetrated violence and the elected officials, led by Donald Trump, who fanne…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

January 10, 2021 at 10:10 PM

You're Invited: Land and Liberty | The Historic African American Community of Peterborough (online)

 Dear John, I wanted to be sure you saw Will’s note about our January Lunch & Learns!  Rural African American communities are an important, yet understudied, aspect of Maine’s history and path to statehood. Peterborough, in the town of Warren, was once one of the largest …

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

January 3, 2021 at 11:06 PM

You’re Invited: January’s (Online) Lunch & Learn Schedule

     Dear John, We begin 2021 together with a renewed sense of the possible. A belief that we can build back better and heal together. We’re focused on Washington, with a hope that we can work together as the United States of America to act on climate, …

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  Maine Conservation Voters Staff · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Thanks to you from Maine Conservation Voters

      John - Thank you! Thanks to your partnership, we were able to make progress on voter's rights, environmental safeguards, and climate action in the past year. We are grateful for the generosity of so many of you who helped reach our $18,000 yea…

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  Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 2:30 PM

Make your 2020 year-end donation to MCV today!

  Dear John, As you celebrate the optimism that comes with a new year, please reaffirm your commitment to Maine’s environment with a donation to Maine Conservation Voters in 2020. Your year-end gift will go far to protect the people and places of Maine.                    …

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  Ches Gundrum, MCV · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 2:00 PM

Video message to you: Thank you and let's keep up the momentum in 2021!

  Dear John, As the world battled Covid-19 throughout the year, protecting the things that are essential to our health and wellbeing like a safe climate, clean water, and healthy ecosystems were more important than ever. The work of Maine Conservation Voters persisted in 202…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM

$18,000 challenge ends soon

  Dear John, We are approaching our deadline to reach our $18,000 fundraising goal — and we need your help in these final days. Your contribution to MCV today will mean more climate action in Maine. It will mean holding more of our elected officials accountable for their …

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  Lucas and Yemaya St. Clair, MCV Members · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 2:01 PM

For all children, we must act now.

  Dear John, Our two children, Ella and Waylon, were born never knowing a planet without a climate emergency —  and they're just starting to understand what it means for their future. Here in Maine, the effects of the climate crisis are palpable. The Gulf of Maine is war…

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  Maureen Drouin, Executive Director · [email protected]

December 21, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Happy Solstice!

      Dear John, While shared time with those we love is scarce these days, we hope that the replenishment of light and warmth to us all brings you some comfort and joy this holiday season. As we welcome positivity and openness into our homes and heart…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

December 19, 2020 at 12:30 PM

Triple Match: Help us seize opportunities in 2021!

 Hi John — I wanted to make sure you saw Stacie's email about joining with MCV to fight for bold climate action and Maine's environment. Your gift today will go three times as far because several generous supporters of MCV have offered to TRIPLE MATCH all donations up to $18,…

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  Stacie Haines, MCV · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 1:51 PM

Act fast to triple your support for bold climate action

  Dear John, There is a place along the coast of Maine where I camp with my family and friends for a week every summer. It feels like we slip back in time. Our collective group of six kids – mostly all teenagers now – spend their days racing into the waves, throwing football…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

December 14, 2020 at 3:47 PM

You're Invited: Sustainable Eating & Maine’s Fishery (online)

     Dear John, We’re ending 2020 on a delicious and local note! During this week’s Lunch & Learn, we’ll explore the role fisheries play in making food production more sustainable for the health of our planet.  Kyle Foley, senior program manager of …

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  Phil Coupe, MCV Member, ReVision Co-Founder · [email protected]

December 8, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Join me in tackling the climate crisis head-on today!

  Dear John, In 2003, ReVision Energy was just two guys working out of a garage in the small town of Liberty, Maine with a big dream to conquer fossil fuels and carbon pollution. Today, we are 270 employee-owners who have completed more than 10,000 clean energy installations…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

December 6, 2020 at 10:56 PM

You're Invited: The Fight to Connect Maine (online)

 Dear John, I wanted to be sure you saw Will’s note about our December Lunch & Learns!  The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted how essential reliable broadband internet is and yet many Mainers are still without access. Nick Battista, Senior Policy Officer for the I…

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 9:41 PM

Congratulations to Maine’s Next Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows!

     Dear John, We’re excited to congratulate Shenna Bellows on her election to be Maine’s next Secretary of State!                                     Secretary of State-elect Bellows will be the first woman to take on this essential role in our state…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 7:04 PM

BREAKING: Maine’s Climate Action Plan is officially finalized!

     Dear John, After a year of intense and thoughtful examinations of our state’s long-term climate goals, we have some exciting news to share with all of you. This afternoon, the Maine Climate Council and Governor Janet Mills officially finalized a bo…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV Executive Director · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 12:30 PM

Support Climate Action this Giving Tuesday!

  Dear John, You’ve made it through Black Friday and Cyber Monday and TODAY is the day your money can help to change the world, starting right here in Maine. Begin your holiday season on this international day of giving, Giving Tuesday, with a meaningful donation to MCV to pr…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 10:52 PM

You’re Invited: Maine Won’t Wait virtual event tomorrow

     Dear John, Maine is making history tomorrow and we want to make sure you’re there for it. Governor Mills and the Maine Climate Council will present Maine’s Climate Action Plan. The final plan will be available here tomorrow. Join us for the Maine W…

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  Will Sedlack, MCV · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 12:09 AM

You’re Invited: December’s (Online) Lunch & Learn Schedule

     Dear John, Like many of you, I’ve always found December to be a wonderful month to reflect. As I look back on this year, one of the things I am most grateful for is the opportunity to learn with you all on Friday afternoons. We started this series …

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