Have you ever wondered what happens to your trash after you throw it “away”? We’re here to tell you, and it’ll probably surprise you. Join ecomaine’s environmental educator, Lena Ives, to learn how your household waste is turned into renewable energy and what you can do to further reduce the space your household’s waste is taking up in landfills. This is a virtual only class. Upon registration you will be receive a link to attend virtually using Zoom meetings online.

Tuesday, March 9, 6-7:30 pm

Course Fee: $15

Interested in transitioning into a clean energy future? Join John Werner, a Kittery resident, to learn about his first-hand solar experience of installing a 14-panel solar system on his home. John will present the benefits he is enjoying from his solar experience as well as the costs.  He will be joined by Ethan Schechter, a solar designer from ReVision Energy, a NE company who for the past 15 years has focused on the mission of transferring the region away from a fossil fuel-based economy towards a sustainable economy.  This is virtual only, you will be sent a ZOOM link.

Tuesday, March 16, 6:30-8 p.m.

Course Fee: Free

From your backyard to an industrial composting facility, we’ll go over all the ways available to make sure your food scraps are contributing to local soil production instead of sitting in a landfill! Join Lena Ives, ecomaine environmental educator in learning more about what’s in your trash can and how to reduce your household waste. This is a virtual only class. Upon registration you will be receive a link to attend virtually using Zoom meetings online.

Tuesday, March 23, 6-7:30 pm

Course fee: $15

Kiss the Ground is a full-length documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson that sheds light on a “new, old approach” to farming called “regenerative agriculture” that has the potential to balance our climate, replenish our water supplies, and feed the world.

Join Kittery Adult Education and Kittery Land Trust for an online screening of this fantastic film, followed by a panel discussion about how local farmers - including those who will be growing crops at KLT's Nooney Farm - are using regenerative techniques to improve the health of soil and foods they produce.

This is virtual only, you will be sent a ZOOM link. We will view the educational cut (approx. 45 mnts) of the film over ZOOM, followed by a discussion. 

Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 p.m.

Course Fee: Free

With Earth Day approaching, are you thinking about how you can reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions to preserve the planet in the future?  You are invited to an Electric/Hybrid vehicle event to learn about the advantages and considerations of EV/Hybrid ownership.    Learn from area Electric and Hybrid Car owners about their experience.  Get your questions answered re: charging stations, EV Warranty Program, maintenance, etc. Class will meet at the parking lot of Traip Academy.

Saturday, April 17, 11a.m. – 2 p.m.

Course Fee: Free

Marla Baldassare from We Fill Good invites you to visit her low waste refill store.  Learn how you can live more sustainably by refilling your own containers and reducing your plastic waste.  You will also learn easy swaps to save money and the planet.  Pre-registration is suggested. Class meets at We Fill Good in Kittery.

Tuesday, April 20, 5-6 p.m.

Course Fee: Free