PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • March 28, 2022
While it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by dire news about climate change, some parts of the climate solution lie very close to home – in our own yards! What we do in our yards, gardens and community green spaces can truly make a positive difference. As we take steps toward more resilient landscapes, the rewards are multiple interlocking benefits: healthy ecosystems support pollinators and other beneficial insects and wildlife, capture more carbon to be stored in the soil, and better absorb and filter stormwater. And taking action boosts one’s sense of hope and empowerment, while increasing your enjoyment of nature’s beauty where you live. If you’re wondering how to get started, let the phrase “less lawn, more native plants, shrubs, and trees” be your guide in your own backyard, and in the front! ~ Susan Curtis, Cumberland Foreside