Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions

The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form to receive Zoom connection information. In-person attendance: Attendees must follow UMaine’s COVID-19 guidelines. Speakers: Justin Wolff, Professor of Art History, Chair of the Dept. of Art, UMaine Susan Smith, Director of the Intermedia Program, Interim Director, Lord Hall Gallery, UMaine During the past decade we have noticed with fascination the emergence of “Creative Ecologies,” a broad interdisciplinary field…

Fostering collaboration, funding strategies and careers to promote a bright environmental, social and economic future for Maine The event will take place in Memorial Union in the Bear's Den (Upper Level) and Lown Room Why this event is for you? Researchers: Spark new research ideas, start collaborations in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary related topics, learn about sustainability research topics and activities. Students: Hear about careers, research, and opportunities related to sustainability science. Stakeholder partners, businesses & alumni: Share your experiences, engage…

Maine Food Too Good To Waste Learn fun & easy cooking tips to end food waste! Taught by Chef Becky of Wild Oats Cafe in Brunswick To register: https://bit.ly/3E2mngN Sponsored by: Food Rescue Maine Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions Winslow Public Library Portland Public Library Waterville Public Library Readfield Community Library

Join us for a panel discussion about the importance of sustainable year-round action featuring student and community leaders. A catered lunch will follow. This event is made possible through the generous support of the Alton ‘38 and Adelaide Hamm Campus Activity Fund

This workshop has been cancelled due to COVID restrictions. It will be rescheduled shortly. Location: West Kennebunk Fire Station 80 Thompson Road, Kennebunk, Maine Contact to register: Bryan Laverriere, Kennebunk Public Works Director, (207) 604-1308 This workshop is free and open to the public. The Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hosting a series of Food Scrap Diversion Workshops in collaboration with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry and the University of Maine Senator George J. Mitchell…

Location: Cumberland Town Hall 290 Tuttle Road, Cumberland Center Contact to register: William Shane, Cumberland Town Manager, (207) 829-4264 This workshop is free and open to the public. The Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hosting a series of Food Scrap Diversion Workshops in collaboration with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry and the University of Maine Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions. These half-day workshops offer a chance to learn about the most up-to-date…

Location: Northern Maine Development Corporation 11 West Presque Isle Road, Caribou Contact to register: Jay Kamm, Senior Planner, NMDC, (207) 493-5757 This workshop is free and open to the public. The Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hosting a series of Food Scrap Diversion Workshops in collaboration with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry and the University of Maine Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions. These half-day workshops offer a chance to learn about the…

Location: Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments 125 Manley Road, Auburn, Maine Contact to register: Yvette Meunier, Environmental and Community Planner, AVCOG, (207) 783-9186 Ext. 225 This workshop is free and open to the public. The Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hosting a series of Food Scrap Diversion Workshops in collaboration with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry and the University of Maine Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions. These half-day workshops offer a chance…