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Keep the Fire in the Sky (How to Dispose Your Fireworks)
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 uncertain, where do you put those fireworks you’ve just set off? Should you throw it in the trash? Put in with hazardous waste? Even recycle them? (Spoiler alert: please don’t recycle them). Read below for a step-by-step guide on how to safely and sustainably dispose of fireworks and sparklers, so that the only explosion is the one that’s in the sky.
Celebrating our 2025 eco-Excellence Winners
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 recycling and composting, and lead sustainability education in our communities.
Simple Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
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, everyday choices are often more sustainable and can add up to make a huge difference! At ecomaine, we believe that celebrating Earth Day doesn’t have to be once a year and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some simple ways to honor the day, everyday:
