ecomaine
Maine's Leader in Sustainable Waste Management
ecomaine is partnering with the Hearts of Pine to bring sustainability to the pitch this season! Stop by our table in the Kids Zone on match day to learn how your household can make a real difference through smarter recycling, composting, and waste reduction and pick up some tips you can take straight home.
"Wishcycling" - the practice of tossing materials in your recycling bin without knowing whether they are truly recyclable - has many impacts on the recycling process. From plastic grocery bags, to styrofoam, to loose bottle caps, and more, commonly "wishcycled" items are easy to come by, and confusing to dispose of properly. This presentation explores the ins and outs of recycling, the many impacts of wishcycling on the recycling process, a behind the scenes look at ecomaine's single-sort recycling facility, and a glimpse of what's ahead.
Stop by the ecomaine table in the concourse of Hadlock Stadium, home of Maine's Minor League Baseball team! The Portland Sea Dogs will be playing the Binghamton Rumble Ponies at 6pm. Stop by to learn about recycling, eat a hot dog and cheer on your local baseball team!
Join the Maine Resource Recovery Association for a webinar with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection as they discuss Maine's latest Waste Characterization Study. This report is a detailed analysis of the state of Maine's waste stream composition, with critical data to drive waste diversion efforts.
Did you know? Over 40% of all plastics made every year are designed to be used only once. Join us for a workshop that will cover the ins and outs of plastic waste and single-use plastic swaps. Attendees will also learn how to make their own reusable food wrap from fabric scraps and beeswax, a great alternative to plastic wrap and foodware.
Save the date! Household hazardous waste drop off for residents of the Town of Kennebunk will be on Saturday, October 10th at the Town Garage (36 Sea Road) from 8AM-1PM. Household hazardous waste includes automotive fluids, paint thinners, cleaners, pool chemicals, solvents, varnishes, pesticides, and more. Materials should be in their original containers if possible. […]
SewPo Studio, a project run by the Computer Science Honor Society at South Portland High School, will be running a craft fair called Reimagined Market this year. The fair will focus on upcycled, recycled, repaired, repurposed, and reused items! This holiday season, consider supporting local creators and fixers and buying unique one of a kind gifts that are less wasteful.
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