Ecomaine says the project will increase its processing capacity by more than 66%, positioning the nonprofit to partner with more municipalities.
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To curb trash fires, Maine may require battery makers to offer free disposal
Regulators say batteries take up too much of the limited space in Maine’s landfills and have caused a surge in fires.
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A Mainer’s guide to a greener holiday cleanup
What to do with the trees, wrapping paper, lights and leftovers.
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Searching for stuff, finding community at the Swap Shop | Our Sustainable City
A collection of vintage silver jewelry. Midcentury glassware and a Kenmore sewing machine, reminiscent of a different era. A life-sized cement statue of a Labrador retriever. Delicate ceramic plates. Each item tells a story. The eclectic mix of stuff weaves together seemingly disparate South Portland community members, who become connected through their everyday items. A […]
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South Portland influencer cleans the streets while jogging
Ben Michaud, the man behind the Instagram account Ploggarun, has amassed 35,000 followers and earned $300 from returning recyclables.
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Gray creates committee to weigh future of transfer station
Implementation of the upcoming Extended Producer Responsibility program is a priority.
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As recycling costs skyrocket, Harpswell stays the course
Because of changes in global markets, the cost of recycling in Harpswell has more than tripled in the last decade. It is now more expensive by volume to dispose of recyclables than trash — and it isn’t clear how much of those recyclables are recycled or how much ends up in landfills. But town officials […]
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Cumberland moves to automated waste collection
New trash and recycling bins will be distributed to Cumberland households beginning July 21. Pay-as-you-throw trash bags are still required.
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Kennebunk advances climate initiatives
The Kennebunk Select Board accepted a solar panel grant and eliminated single-use plastics in municipal offices.
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Kennebunk voters toss Pay-As-You-Throw system
Residents will no longer have to buy and use town-specific trash bags.
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