EcoMaine employs a Zero-Sort Recycling program. EcoMaine's Zero-Sort facilities handle many types of recyclables including cardboard, paper, plastic, metal and glass. 

One challenge that all recycling facility operators face is the presence of residue, or non-recyclable materials, mixed in with the inbound recyclables. Residue can diminish the quality of the recycling stream, impede sorting processes, increase operating costs, and potentially damage processing equipment or put facility employees at risk. Residue occurs when items are placed in recycling bins that cannot be recycled, people simply don't know what belongs in their recycling bin, or they don't appreciate the importance of proper sorting.