ecomaine
Maine's Leader in Sustainable Waste Management
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) represents a major shift in how packaging waste is managed — and paid for. Under Maine’s new packaging stewardship law, the cost of recycling will move upstream to producers and brand owners, while municipalities gain access to a new funding stream to support local recycling and infrastructure.
Join us at the Maine Celtics for a night of basketball and community fun! Visit our table to chat about recycling and cheer on participants in our recycling relay during halftime.
Join us at the Maine Mariners game for an exciting night of hockey and community fun! Stop by ecomaine’s table to learn more about recycling and waste reduction in our region. Cheer on the Mariners and connect with our team between the action on the ice. It’s a great chance to enjoy the game while supporting a more sustainable Maine.
Using thrift store buys of clear and white glass, Jeffrey will show you how to jazz up those dishes by creating art designer quality glassware for your parties and decorating!
*Please note that this event is not hosted by ecomaine and has been shared as a public service. Details are subject to change; fees, restrictions, or registration requirements may apply. Contact the event organizer for up-to-date event information.
The University of Maine’s Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions has been working with Maine school nutrition directors and their school communities on food waste prevention programs. Join Faculty Fellow Susanne Lee and MA Student William Brenneman to hear about their research and their success, and walk away with ideas on how you can reduce food waste in your school.
Find ecomaine at the ClimateWork Maine 4th Annual Summit! Join us on March 19th at Thompson's Point in Portland, where we'll be connecting with community leaders and talking about the role sustainable waste management plays in building a cleaner, more resilient Maine.
Join Libby Memorial Library on Tuesday, March 24 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm to make your own beeswax wraps with us! To ensure there are enough supplies, registration is required for this program! Give them a call at 934-4351 or stop by the front desk to get signed up!
Drop by and learn how to save money and reduce your environmental impact by using energy more efficiently at home and on the go. Explore hands-on demonstrations including blower doors and window inserts, electric power tools and vehicles, and learn about waste-to-energy production and recycling.
ecomaine will be on site with an information table to talk about recycling, waste reduction, and how diverting waste from landfills supports clean energy and sustainability in our region.
Join ecomaine for a hands-on Backyard Composting Workshop. Learn the basics of composting at home, including what materials can be composted, how to set up and maintain a compost system, and how composting helps reduce waste and support a healthier environment.
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 while also testing your recycling knowledge with our soccer-themed sorting game!
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