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More Recycling, More Waste: Insights from Maine’s Latest Waste Generation and Disposal Capacity Report
February 13, 2026
In late January, the Maine DEP released the most recent Maine Solid Waste Generation and Disposal Capacity Report. This report takes a close look at the practicalities of waste management across […]
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What’s Really in Maine’s Trash? Key Takeaways from the Maine DEP’s Latest Waste Characterization Study
February 11, 2026
Every bag of trash tells a story. In Maine, that story is now a lot clearer thanks to the state’s latest Waste Characterization Study, which takes a deep dive into […]
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Managing the Product Life Cycle: The Latest in Product Stewardship from the Maine DEP
February 9, 2026
In just the last few weeks, the State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), has released three important waste reports. The release included a draft 2026 Annual Product Stewardship […]
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