Nov 22, 2024

Julia Brown

Julia is a senior attorney with the Strategic Litigation team. Prior to CLF, she worked with The Wren Collective to advance policy for safer, healthier communities. She previously directed advocacy at Maine’s Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project. Before moving to Maine, she represented death-sentenced clients in Georgia. Julia holds a B.A. from UNC-Chapel Hill and a… Continue reading Julia Brown

Julia Brown
Nov 21, 2024

Maine Releases Updated Climate Action Plan

Maine’s updated Climate Action Plan comes on the heels of the state’s rejection of two standards that would have cut climate-damaging pollution from cars and trucks. The plan is supposed to chart a pathway for curbing pollution, protecting our health, and safeguarding Maine’s environment.

A view of the statehouse against the clear sky.
Nov 14, 2024

CLF to Sue One of World’s Largest Salmon Producers for Ocean Pollution

CLF has notified Cooke Aquaculture of its intent to sue for Clean Water Act violations at 13 active sites in Maine where Cooke grows millions of salmon in 150 cages. The Canadian company regularly pollutes Maine’s iconic bays and negatively impacts recreation and the lobstering and fishing industries.

Salmon net pens floating off the coast of Maine