Where Does Camden Stand on Climate Action?

This event took place on December 7, 2023, at the Camden Public Library and on Zoom. Please note that there were some technical difficulties during the recording process, so there is no visual for the first several minutes. Thank you for your understanding.

This panel discussion “Where Does Camden Stand on Climate Action?” is the second event in the Camden Talks Climate series cosponsored by the Town of Camden and CamdenCAN (ClimateActionNow), and hosted by the Camden Public Library. Panelists include Watershed School activists, Sarah Miller, Jeremy Martin, and Dave St. Laurent, among others.

The panel will begin with Janet McMahon and Alex Facq, who will give the background on the Watershed School’s investigation of climate change and the push to have Camden become the first Maine community to sign on the Global Covenant of Mayors. They’ll discuss the importance of climate education in our schools as well as explore how a green house gas inventory is conducted.

Sarah Miller, a Camden resident who sat on the (now defunct) Energy Committee, will then report on their initiatives, progress, and the inevitable set backs.

Jeremy Martin, Camden’s Planning and Development Director, will follow with an update on the changes made to public buildings (the Siemens projects) and other municipal efforts including the town solar array.

Dave St. Laurent, Camden’s Public Works Director, will discuss flood resiliency (storm and water level management) and other initiatives. Other participants will provide updates on data for EVs, heat pumps, and solar panel installations in town.

CamdenCAN (ClimateActionNow) is a citizen-led organization committed to reducing Camden’s contribution to climate change through local action, education, advocacy, and resources. We help our community take advantage of climate solutions with actionable steps. Together we CAN make a difference.