ORONO, Maine, April 24 -- University of Maine issued the following news release:
University of Maine student researchers are helping businesses in Bar Harbor, Bath and South Portland incorporate reusable food containers into their dining experiences to reduce waste.
The cohort is implementing ReuseME, a pilot program in partnership with the coastal towns of Bar Harbor, Bath and South Portland. Participating eateries include Cafe This Way and Coffee Matter/Mother's Kitchen in Bar Harbor, Solo Pane in Bath, and Second Rodeo Coffee and Verbena in South Portland.
By testing the viability of reusable takeout packaging in participating restaurants, students are at the forefront of developing a model that reduces waste, prevents plastic polluti...