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New & Noteworthy News from ecomaine. Read below to find out what’s been happening at ecomaine.
ecomaine invites Maine students to invent new items from waste with Upcycle Challenge
Maine’s leader in sustainable waste management calls for students’ designs that upcycle waste items into new, usable ones, diverting waste from landfills
ecomaine calls for 2023 eco-Excellence Award nominations
To kick off Maine Recycles Week, ecomaine opened its call for 2023 eco-Excellence Awards nominations.
Recycling is a Work of Art Contest Accepting Designs for 2022
Seeking designs for recycling container painting contest
$9,555 Granted to Maine Schools for Recycling & Composting
Seven Maine schools granted funds towards sustainable habits
Cape Elizabeth high schooler wins ecomaine’s ‘Upcycle Challenge’
Aurora Milton’s design and execution of ‘90s-style trousers made from old materials wins $500 grand prize
VOTE NOW! ecomaine announces Finalists for 2022 Upcycle Challenge
ecomaine today announced three finalists for its school-based Upcycle Challenge, which will award $500 to a participating student’s school.
ecomaine announces call for proposals for waste diversion grants in Maine schools
ecomaine has launched its call for schools in its member communities to propose projects focused on waste diversion for up to $5,000 in funding. Projects that focus on waste reduction or reuse, recycling, or composting are all eligible for consideration. The deadline for proposals is Monday, May 16, 2022.
ecomaine’s 2022 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!
database of tree disposal options
Online map and list tool gives options for Mainers to send holiday trees to be mulched, chipped, composted
ecomaine reminds Mainers to keep recycling right during the holiday season
Wrapping paper and cardboard boxes are among recyclable items, but wreaths, trees, Styrofoam, and string lights are not