SoPo, Westbrook program examines recycle bins, contamination

The program allows ecomaine interns to examine people's trash and educate residents on proper recycling

Ecomaine’s waste hauling trucks will soon be powered by trash

The company responsible for converting Maine's trash to electricity is replacing its diesel-powered waste hauling trucks with electric vehicles.

Summer monitoring program improves Portland-area recycling quality

Residents in 4 communities showed improvement in removing contamination from recyclables – and saving their municipalities money – when interns from ecomaine graded their curbside recycling bins.

Students invited to compete in ‘upcycling’ contest to win money for school

Students invited to compete in ‘upcycling’ contest to win money for school

Ecomaine CEO unveils new fire suppression system

Our View: Reform needed for state recycling

A disposal fee on packaging manufacturers would reduce the waste stream and take pressure off municipal budgets.