Meeting the Moment: An Environmental Policy Guide for Maine, 2026-2031

MAINE CONSERVATION ALLIANCE • May 12, 2026

Maine people are experiencing difficult change. our public policies and government systems can and must reflect our shared values, our changing world, and the challenges and opportunities before us. Together, we can forge new paths that utilize our environmental resources wisely, connect the dots across our communities, and integrate the wisdom and problem-solving skills of the people in Maine. This policy guide outlines five areas of focus and the specific actions needed to rebalance Maine’s environmental policies in favor of fairness, responsibility, sustainability, and collaboration.