Grant Program Environment

To reduce the number of planted acres of genetically engineered corn by providing objective information to farmers about the many uncertainties that growing such crops present.

To study the feasibility of forming a buyers group comprised of state energy funds for aggregated purchases of fuel cells.

To develop the first in-depth investigation of the costs, benefits, and obstacles of fuel cell technology within the financial services industry, working with Fidelity Investments to create an industry model for the use of fuel cell technology.

To organize and conduct public-health oriented campaigns to reduce exposures to persistent, bioaccumulative toxins in Maine.

To train at least two full-time aspiring leaders in the skills and strategies they need to launch careers as environmental organizers, provide grassroots support to New England-based campaigns, and inspire trainees and volunteers to deepen their commitment to protecting the…

To assist Maine citizens in holding state and federal regulatory agencies and corporations accountable for their failure to protect the Penobscot River from severe mercury contamination.

To deliver testimony at public hearings, prepare initial and supplemental written comments, and coordinate the coalition working to ensure rules favorable to renewable energy development with the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Energy.

To increase significantly public awareness of known preventable precursors to developmental disabilities, focusing primarily on learning disabilities.

To continue the retention and presentation of expert witnesses by the Hudson Valley Preservation Coalition, led by Scenic Hudson, in a legal and public education campaign against the proposal by the St. Lawrence Cement Company to build a plant on…

To oppose sprawl development and encourage smart growth in Vermont.