BETHEL — Bethel community members are encouraged to attend a short public meeting on July 19 to share their thoughts on Bethel’s climate resilience and learn about Maine’s Community Resilience Partnership. This first of two meetings, facilitated by the Center for an Ecology-Based Economy (CEBE), will guide Bethel’s enrollment in this state program that helps Maine communities reduce emissions and prepare for the effects of climate change through direct support and grants of up to $50,000.
Community members will have the opportunity to share their perspectives on current resilience efforts and challenges. They will also help prioritize a set of community actions that range from installation of municipal heat pumps, electric vehicle chargers, or renewable energy projects, to assessing climate threats to vulnerable populations and community infrastructure or preserving climate-threatened natural areas.
“We are excited to help Bethel enroll in this new municipal/State partnership,” said Scott Vlaun, CEBE’s Executive Director, “We’re seeking as much community input as possible to help the town best utilize this important funding opportunity for building resilience as we face the accelerating effects of climate change.”
All are welcome to attend the first meeting on Tuesday, July 19 at 6 p.m. at the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum (99 Main St, Bethel). Those who need remote access, a stipend, or other accommodations to participate may contact the Center for an Ecology-Based Economy.
For more information, email resilience@ecologybasedeconomy.org or call 207-739-2101.
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