How do we nurture growth in a positive and sustainable way? Whether this is economic, ecological or social growth, the answer is the same: by paying attention to what factors may be influencing it, and working favorably with those factors whenever possible. Today we speak with Nancy Smith, executive director of Grow Smart Maine, Sue Inches of the Red Oak Group, and Tyler Kidder, assistant director of sustainable programs at the University of Southern Maine, about fostering mindful growth in Maine
Guests
Sue Inches
Susan Inches is a principal at Red Oak Group. Susan has taken the lead on a number of policy issues for the State of Maine including fisheries, working waterfronts, land use, solid waste, building and energy codes and energy efficiency.
Tyler Kidder
Tyler Kidder is the assistant director for sustainable programs at University of Southern Maine. This summer Tyler traveled to Denmark with GrowSmart Maine to learn how the country has reduced its fossil fuel use to address climate change.
Nancy Smith
Nancy Smith has been the executive director of GrowSmart Maine since 2010. She served four terms in the Maine State House of Representatives. She is a member of Monmouth’s Economic Development Committee and serves on the board of the Rural Community Action Ministry.