Confronting Global Warming: Maine’s Multi-Sector Initiatives, 2003–2008

Authors

David P. Littell, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
Gary S. Westerman, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
Malcolm C. Burson, Maine Department of Environmental Protection

Abstract

David Littell, Gary Westerman and Malcolm Burson describe Maine’s pioneering efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy efficiency, and developing less carbon-intensive and more sustainable energy sources. They discuss in particular the goals and accomplishments of the state’s Climate Action Plan and Maine’s participation in several multi-state and regional efforts, including the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI).

First page

52

Last page

65

Recommended Citation

Littell, David P. , Gary S. Westerman, and Malcolm C. Burson. "Confronting Global Warming: Maine’s Multi-Sector Initiatives, 2003–2008." Maine Policy Review 17.2 (2008) : 52 -65, https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/mpr/vol17/iss2/9.