ecoMaine News

Maine’s leader in single-sort recycling provides funding for recycling, composting, and increased public awareness of sustainable habits Following America Recycles Day on November 15, ecomaine announced more than $18,500 in grant funding […]

The solid waste industry has been challenged in recent months in Maine and elsewhere by fluctuating markets, the COVID-19 pandemic, and evolving packaging materials.  ecomaine CEO Kevin Roche presented, as […]

Maybe you’ve heard this over the last couple of years, but what we all put in our recycling bin actually matters a lot.  And now, during a pandemic, it matters […]

Katherine Bender of Falmouth High School upcycled old clothing into new hair accessories; wins grand prize for FHS According to Katherine Bender, the desire to spend less time and money […]

ecomaine, Maine’s leader in sustainable waste management, welcomed news of broad federal focus on importance of residential recycling to global manufacturing industry PORTLAND – (May 13, 2020) Yesterday, the U.S. […]

Social Distancing w/ Kevin Roche  Many of us haven’t heard of the term until the current novel coronavirus pandemic. However, this isn’t a new tool at all.  Studies back in […]

ecomaine will hold Hauler Appreciation Day two months early to recognize waste collection workers’ increased efforts during COVID-19 challenges Ordinarily, ecomaine would hold its Hauler Appreciation Day in June each […]

Maine’s leading recycler keeps up with remote learning with sustainable education resources, despite quarantines, remote learning With many Maine schools closed, students learning at home, and teachers and parents employing […]

Individuals, non-profit organizations, and businesses received awards for their commitment to sustainability and community throughout the last year Citing the achievements of 20 individuals, organizations, and businesses, ecomaine’s Board recognized […]