MAINE PUBLIC • April 22, 2022
Maine is providing funds to help 75 communities prepare for the effects of climate change. The new grants come from the state's Community Resilience Partnership, which is intended to help municipalities reduce climate emissions and prepare for flooding, extreme weather and other consequences of a warming planet. The $2.5 million in funds includes direct funding for specific projects, such as electric vehicle chargers. Other grants will be used to help organizations work together with municipalities to help start or advance climate planning efforts.