Nantucket’s Environmental, Resiliency and Sustainability Resource
Welcome to Nantucket Footprints, a program of ReMain Nantucket.
We spark conversation and positive change by collecting resources, news, and ideas to advance the care of Nantucket Island and preserve its beauty.
Join us and discover how you can protect and preserve our environment, minimize waste, and permanently reduce your footprint on our island home.
Proposed New Outdoor Lighting Bylaw
Did you know the light pollution on the island is increasing rapidly? This is a worrying trend to be addressed before it's too late. Gail Walker, founder and president of the volunteer organization Na…
International Dark Skies Week with the Maria Mitchell Association
On Thursday, April 20, from 8-9 pm, join the Maria Mitchell Association at the Loines Observatory FREE! In honor of International Dark Skies Week, Maria Mitchell Association will host a FREE public st…
Uptick in Paint Being Poured Down the Drain
The town is urging residents and businesses to stop dumping paint down drains after the Sewer Department noticed a "large uptick" in the amount of paint being discovered in the municipal sewer system.…
Premiere Podcast: Choices & Impacts with Nantucket Footprints
Introducing our premiere podcast: Choices & Impacts with Nantucket Footprints When it comes to the health of our Nantucket neighbors, our island, and our planet, the choices you make are yours, b…
How to Talk to Your Landscaper About Fertilizer
How to Talk to Your Landscaper About Fertilizer. Fertilizer Guidelines from the Nantucket Land Council Here are some easy questions to start the conversation about fertilizer with your landscaper or g…