Composting
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PublishedJune 11, 2023
These Maine restaurants are making the extra effort for the environment
Three local restaurants take three different tacks to serve a side of sustainability with dinner.
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PublishedMay 30, 2023
Maine may legalize the composting of human remains
Supporters say the natural end-of-life option has environmental and spiritual advantages, but some religious groups in other states have fought against the concept.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2023
The Recycle Bin: Brunswick residents compost more
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PublishedJanuary 9, 2023
The Recycle Bin: Save the organic
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PublishedDecember 31, 2022
New York OKs human composting law; sixth state in U.S. to do so
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed a law allowing composting as a method of burial.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2022
Brunswick advocates: Composting can help both the planet and your wallet
A new food-waste drop-off site at the Brunswick Recreation Center is just part of a three-pronged effort to promote composting, which experts say could help the environment and the town's bottom line.
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PublishedApril 25, 2021
Food composting program piloted in Portland
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PublishedOctober 28, 2019
Community composting site opens in Falmouth
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PublishedSeptember 10, 2019
Portland composting company wins regional EPA award
Garbage to Garden composts the food scraps it picks up from local residents.
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PublishedJune 16, 2019
Not all single-use plates, forks and spoons are created equal
When you are throwing a large party that requires disposable dishware, choose carefully.