Northeast
Maine
Maine was the first state to set greenhouse gas reduction targets in 2003, and emissions decreased by 74% between 1990 and 2021. The transportation sector is driving the state’s emissions, primarily due to the geographically spread-out population. Long winters place the residential sector’s emissions closely behind transportation, as buildings require significant heating in the state’s colder months.
GHG Reduction Targets
All targets relative to 1990
levels
2030
45%
2045
Carbon neutral
Governor
Janet T. Mills (Democrat)
Governor
Janet T. Mills (Democrat)
House Party
Democratic Majority
House Party
Democratic Majority
Senate Party
Democratic Majority
Senate Party
Democratic Majority
Legislative session
1/3/24 - 4/17/24
US Climate Alliance Status
Member
Key Offices & Links
27
35
Northeast
9 states
This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted
- In-progress
- Partially Enacted
- Not Enacted
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in Maine
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Filters
| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | YR Enacted | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enacted |
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The Maine Healthy Soils Program incentivizes healthy soils best practices, and the legislation calls for the program to equitably distribute incentives to beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Establishing Policies
|
Natural and Working Lands
|
Agriculture | 2021 | |
| Enacted |
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The Maine Healthy Soils Program promotes healthy soils best practices by facilitating peer learning opportunities, education, and outreach. Establishing Policies
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Natural and Working Lands
|
Agriculture | 2021 |