Happy Clean Water Week! On June 13th, 2025, the One Climate Future team was joined by South Portland Stormwater Program Coordinator Aubrey Strause and Portland Stormwater Coordinator Doug Roncarati to discuss stormwater management and climate resilience. Discover how both cities manage their stormwater programs, encompassing urban runoff, water quality, and flood control. Watch the recording […]
On July 11th, 2025, the One Climate Team was joined by Trixie Betz with Maine Aquaculture Association for a discussion about the Maine aquaculture industry at the state, federal, and international levels. MAA education continues with their Apprenticeship Program, where applicants will be selected for hands-on, farm-based paid positions. Watch the recording of this Coffee […]
On Friday, August 8, 2025, we dove into "living shorelines" with coastal geolgist Pete Slovinsky, from the Maine Geological Survey. Living shorelines are a nature-based approach to protecting our coastline that uses natural materials like plants, sand, and rock to protect against the impact of coastal erosion and enhance coastal ecosystems. Unlike traditional "hard" structures […]
Happy Emergency Preparedness Month! On Friday, September 12th, 2025, we hosted two exciting speakers: Aaron Milroy from the Cumberland County Emergency Management Agency (CCEMA) and Lisa Joyce from South Portland Public Library and Age Friendly South Portland. CCEMA helps communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from large-scale disasters like floods or storms. They act as […]
On Friday, October 10th, 2025, the One Climate Future team was joined by Kimber Colton, Senior Policy Advisor on Energy and Environment, and Jeanne Christie, District Representative on Energy & Environment, with Congresswoman Pingree’s Office to discuss climate change in Maine and action being taken at the federal level. Watch the recording of this Coffee […]
On Friday, November 14th, 2025, the One Climate Future Team was joined by Tripp Harrison, CEO of Goodwill Northern New England for a fantastic discussion on the lifecycle of your Goodwill donations and Goodwill’s commitment to sustainability and strengthening communities. Watch the recording of this Coffee & Climate or read our newsletter from that month.
