Policy

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Communities and organizations across the state of Maine are creating and supporting policies to reduce waste. Explore the case studies below to learn about successful policies for waste reduction.

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Bring Your Own Bag York

Single-Use Bag Ordinance

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Orrington Endless Yard Sale

Community Supported Yard Sale

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Tri-County Transfer Station

Pay-As-You-Throw

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Valley Recycling

Source-Separated Recycling

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City of Waterville

Pay-As-You-Throw

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We Compost It & Kennebunk

Curbside Organics Collection