Sustainability

We help the region prepare for climate change by providing services, resources, and expertise to our member municipalities. Our goal is to help communities reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate. We're primarily focused on supporting work related to clean transportation, coastal resilience, and municipal climate action planning.

Resources, Projects, and Programs

Climate Action Planning — program to support the development of local plans that align with state and regional climate goals.  

Climate Ready Casco Bay — project to develop nature-based coastal resilience solutions across eleven Casco Bay communities. 

Community Resilience Partnership — state program that funds clean energy and climate resiliency projects. We help communities enroll in the program so they can be eligible for funding. 

Intertidal Data Portal — interactive online portal displaying environmental, social, and physical data related to Casco Bay's intertidal zone. This portal is intended to help inform municipal coastal planning and climate adaptation. 

Maine Clean Communities — government/industry partnership focused on expanding alternative fuels and promoting energy efficient vehicle technologies. 

Sustainability Roundtable — quarterly meeting with municipal staff, elected officials, and climate advocates focused on regional sustainability efforts. Email Sara Mills-Knapp to get involved.