Decisions are going to be more and more “Climate Driven” as time progresses...
... That much seems clear as the COP26 conference wraps today. It’s one of the reasons we named our new yearlong series, “Climate Driven.” We want to better understand what’s happening in each of Maine’s 16 counties as they tackle a changing climate. We’re already off to a great start this week starting in York County. You’ll find stories that explore the role of fire in the ecosystem, what kids are doing today to address climate issues, sea level rise in Kittery, and how more vector-borne diseases are changing our relationship with the outdoors and iconic Maine spaces. If you’re not yet sure what the series is all about, watch these videos: here and here.
There’s more to come in our series, including what it takes to use an electric car in Maine, a pivot to Oxford County next month, and much more. You can follow it all online at mainepublic.org/climatedriven.
Also in this week’s issue, the discovery of a new song that George Harrison and Ringo Starr played on, why chopping down invasive trees could help Cape Town’s water woes, and what aqua-culture looks like in Newfoundland.
Stay tuned,
Mark
Mark Simpson, News Director
Maine Public: Fighting fire with fire: As Maine warms up, prescribed burns become more necessary
This story is part of our series "Climate Driven: A deep dive into Maine's response, one county at a time." Maine's changing climate is increasing the possibility of more and bigger fires and now, like in California, prescribed burns are being used in York County as a fire management tool.
Maine Public is proud to be Maine’s storyteller, amplifying the stories and voices of Maine for the last 60 years. As part of our celebration, we want to hear from YOU! What stories have you heard on Maine Public Radio, watched on Maine Public Television, or read here in The Ten that have stuck with you? Was the story or show impactful? Did it make you laugh or cry? Did you learn something new? Tell us why your “My Maine Public Story” was memorable.
Your response may be used in an upcoming story, on-air or online, and a producer may contact you to follow up on your response. Go hereto find out how to submit a written story or record your story on your own. We can’t wait to hear from you!
