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New & Noteworthy News from ecomaine
Striving for Excellence
ecomaine is proud to share that our organization is the cover feature article in Waste Advantage Magazine this June. Our work in recycling, food waste diversion, waste-to-energy, commitment to safety and environmental excellence, as well as a significant investment in educational outreach are all covered in the article, available below. Through challenges in recyclables markets and COVID-19, ecomaine has remained steadfast in its dedication to our mission.
The benefits of waste-to-energy
A report released this week seeks to inform the waste industry, policymakers, and residents about the benefits of waste-to-energy facilities, like that at ecomaine in Portland. “The Scientific Truth about Waste to Energy Facilities and Quantifiable Benefits They Provide” by chemical engineer and City College of New York professor Dr. Marco J. Castaldi, employs multiple independent scientific reviews to provide a modern and comprehensive appraisal of waste-to-energy’s advantages in providing a sustainable approach to solid waste.
Fiddlehead Center for the Arts wins ecomaine’s ‘Upcycle Challenge’
ecomaine is pleased to announce that the Fiddlehead Center for the Arts in Scarborough won the most votes for its design of a working chandelier made from single-use plastic bottles, foam, bottle caps, felt, and other materials.
VOTE NOW! ecomaine announces Finalists for 2021 Upcycle Challenge
ecomaine today announced six finalists for its school-based Upcycle Challenge, which will award $500 to a participating student’s school.
ecomaine on Maine Public Radio’s Maine Calling
On Friday, March 5, ecomaine's CEO Kevin Roche participated in an hour-long conversation on Maine Public Radio's statewide call-in program, Maine Calling, on the issue of landfill diversion and the impact of recycling in Maine.
ecomaine announces ‘Master Recycler’ course
ecomaine is pleased to announce the launch of an all-new educational curriculum designed to provide participants with six months of information, activities, and background to certify them as ‘Master Recyclers.’
Battery Safety Webinar from Call2Recycle
Following a recent fire at ecomaine sparked by an improperly-disposed-of lithium-ion battery - in which, thankfully, no one was hurt - ecomaine hosted Sean Plasse, Regional Program Manager from Call2Recycle, for a webinar to discuss battery safety, disposal, and messaging.
The return of ecomaine’s Upcycle Challenge!
Want to win $500 for your school's Green Team, STEM Club, or Project Graduation? Submit your design using upcycled materials and let us know how it works!
ecomaine’s Busy Week
We at ecomaine pride ourselves on our education, outreach, and increasing awareness of sustainable waste management strategies. This week has been full of highlights of such activities, and I’m pleased to share a few of them with you here.
2021 eco-Excellence Award nominations
Portland-based recycling and waste manager to celebrate leaders in sustainability from across Maine