The State of Maine supports an integrated approach to waste management. This includes programs to: reduce the amount and toxicity of waste generated, promote reuse and recycling of waste, and compost and process waste to create safe and useful products. Disposal through incineration and landfilling is the least preferred option.
The DEP’s solid waste programs include: solid waste facilities management, sludge and residuals management, scrap tire management, electronic waste and mercury product management, and the non-hazardous waste transporter program. These programs offer education and technical assistance as well as performing regulatory activities including licensing, compliance and enforcement of the State’s Solid waste laws. The State Planning Office offers recycling assistance to schools and municipalities.
Contacts
Director, Division of Solid Waste Management - Paula Clark 287-2651
Solid Waste Facilities Licensing & Enforcement
* Augusta Region - Jim Glasgow 822-6358
* Bangor Region - Cynthia Darling 941-4570
* Portland Region - Randy McMullin 822-6300
* Presque Isle Region - Lou Pizzuti 764-0477
These electronic files contain the Department of Environmental Protection's rules as they were filed with the Secretary of State's Office. These are not certified copies of the regulations. In order to rely on the provisions in a rule as an official version of the State law, you must obtain a certified electronic copy of these rules directly from the Secretary of State's Office at :
Updated 2008 - Map of Solid Waste Landfills - This map shows both closed and active landfills in Maine. Active landfills include municipal and regional landfills, as well as private and commercial landfills. The type of wastes each landfill accepts is determined by its license, e.g., many landfills are licensed to accept only construction/demolition debris and wood waste.
Universal Waste Municipal Collection Sites(MS Excel format) (pdf format) - This is a listing by town of municipal collection sites that accept Universal Waste. The green blocks signify that we have gathered the information from those towns. White means we were not able to reach anyone in that municipal office. Blue means that they will take from anyone in the state not just for the residents in their town. Retail Store Collection Sites - This is a listing by town of retail store collection sites that collect intact compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). This is a service for homeowners and is free of charge. The CFLs are sent for recycling through this program. If anyone finds any errors or changes to these listings, please contact the Hazardous Waste Program staff at 287-2651.
