Reuse

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Many Maine organizations and municipalities have developed solutions for reducing waste through reuse – repairing, re-selling, and exchanging used goods that would otherwise enter the waste stream. Explore the case studies below to learn about best practices for reducing waste by supporting reuse.

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Portland Habitat Restore

Thrift and Building Materials Store

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Ruth’s Reusable Resources

Free Teacher Store