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Applications Now Open for School Waste Diversion Grants

August 21, 2025
Are you ready to turn your school’s sustainability vision into reality? Now is the perfect time to apply! What are School Waste Diversion Grants? ecomaine’s School Waste Diversion Grants support […]
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TEFRA Notice – Notice of Public Hearings – on August 18, 2025 8am

August 8, 2025
ECO MAINE SOLID WASTE RESOURCE RECOVERY SYSTEMS REVENUE BOND SERIES 2025 (AMT) Link Above: EcoMaine 2025 Bonds – TEFRA Notice (5382051.3) (002)
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Five of our Favorite Used Bookstores

August 6, 2025
There’s nothing quite like the smell of a well-loved book, the charm of creased spines, and the thrill of discovering a hidden gem on a dusty shelf. National Book Lovers […]
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Keep the Fire in the Sky (How to Dispose Your Fireworks)

July 1, 2025
It’s that time of the year again! The sun is out, the watermelon is cut, and you’ve just made friends with that person who owns a boat. One thing remains […]
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Celebrating our 2025 eco-Excellence Winners

May 5, 2025
Each year, ecomaine’s eco-Excellence Awards honor the individuals, businesses, and groups that are making a real impact on Maine’s environment. These awards spotlight creative, hands-on efforts to reduce waste, encourage […]
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Simple Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

April 1, 2025
Every April 22 we celebrate Earth Day, a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and take action to protect it. While big sustainability initiatives are important, small, […]
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2025 Clothing Swap

March 19, 2025
Spring is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to refresh your wardrobe, sustainably! This Earth Day, ecomaine is teaming up with Goodwill Northern New England to host a […]
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Now Accepting Nominations for 2025 eco-Excellence Awards!

February 5, 2025
ecomaine is now accepting nominations for the 2025 eco-Excellence Awards.
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5 Tips for a Sustainable Valentines Day

January 29, 2025
With millions of greeting cards, plastic-wrapped chocolates, and single-use plastic decorations hitting store shelves (and later, landfills), this holiday can generate a surprising amount of waste.
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Appreciating the People Who Make it Happen

January 21, 2025
At ecomaine, the driving force behind our success has always been our people. As CEO Kevin Roche puts it, “The employees make it happen.” It’s a sentiment that encapsulates what makes the solid waste and recycling industry so dynamic and fulfilling.
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