NRCM Blog

Turning the Page on Paper

NRCM Staff Scientist Nick Bennett is featured as part of this You Tube video that gives an introduction to the global conservation work of members of Environmental Paper Network, a powerful and unique coalition working to advance social and environmental transformation in the pulp and paper industry to safeguard our climate and protect endangered forests and communities. Thank you for giving us a few moments of your time to learn about our important work. For more information visit www.environmentalpaper.org.

See you in court: NRCM appeals Plum Creek decision

Today NRCM filed an appeal in Maine Superior Court of LURC’s decision on the Plum Creek development plan for the Moosehead region.  After spending countless hours reviewing LURC’s decision, and sharing the frustration of Maine people, it became clear that there were substantial grounds for an appeal and a need to do so.

We took on the Plum Creek issue knowing that the odds were stacked against us.  Appeals of this type are an uphill battle.  But we believe we have a strong case, and we are confident in the legal team that is representing us.  And without the strong commitment of our members and activists, we could not be doing this important work. 

We’ve posted information about the appeal on our website.  This includes a detailed position statement, a Question-and-Answer list, and the full text of the appeal for those of you who are interested in the details.

Watch the Video of "The Ballad of Moosehead Lake"

How Walkable is Your House?

Here's a chance to learn about the walking-friendliness of your neighborhood.  If you are looking for alternatives to automobile transportation in your everyday life, check this out:

http://www.walkscore.com/index.shtml

This is a google maps "mash-up" using mapping technology and info about your neighborhood to give you a ranking.  On a scale of 1-100, anything above 70 is a good neighborhood, 90-100 is excellent.

Here's a picture from a home in beautiful downtown Brunswick.  Try it out for yourself at http://www.walkscore.com/index.shtml