What We Do

We organize volunteers, partner with organizations and work with city government to help make Rockland a healthy, safe and vibrant place to live.


Our Mission

Renew Rockland's mission is to promote sustainable economic growth and a healthy community by education on the importance of protecting our natural resources, encouraging green infrastructure, renewable technology, energy efficiency, and ending our dependence on fossil fuels.

“In my many years of dealing with solid waste and recycling I have not met a more dedicated, selfless, driven group.”

— David St. Laurent, Formal Public Services Director
Speaking about Waste Watchers in his letter to the Maine Resource Recovery Associate for their annual Volunteers of the Year Award.

What We’ve Achieved

  • Advocated for clean energy use and alternatives to a gas-fired power plant

  • Advocated for recycling and increased ability to compost

  • Started the Rockland Community Farm Project and created the MacDougal Community Garden

  • Assisted in advocacy for and helped to pass a local Food Sovereignty Ordinance

  • Advocated for energy-saving and helped promote Rockland’s weatherization project

  • Organized two city-wide forums that hosted leading experts on energy and waste management

  • Participated in local waste management convention

  • Provided research and policy-writing assistance for single-use bag policy

  • Advocated for bike lane signage and assisted the City in its implementation along Main Street