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Terrell House Permaculture Living & Learning Center
Terrell House is an inspiring space for hands-on learning, collaboration, research, and cooperative living. Incorporating principles of sustainable design, local food, and intentional community, Terrell House provides a location for interdisciplinary learning and research, events and workshops, a resident community, and a community garden.
Since 2000, hundreds of volunteers have raised, gathered, and donated more than 996 tons of fresh produce to hungry Mainers through 91¸£Àû Extension’s Harvest for Hunger program.
The Orono Public Library is Certified LEED Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED features include: energy efficient design, computer-controlled lighting and air conditioning systems, low-VOC materials and increased ventilation for improved indoor air quality, the use of regional materials to boost the local economy, abundant natural light and views, water-efficient landscape design, and a radiant heating system in the floor.
The Orono Farmers’ Market is one of Maine’s larger markets with over twenty-five members offering a wide range of locally produced foods, open rain or shine.
The Orono Land Trust is a local non-profit organization with volunteer officers and Board members. Its function is to encourage the presence of trails and open spaces in the Orono area.
Single stream is here! The single-stream recycling process is now fully implemented throughout the town of Orono.
The Orono Community Garden produces more than just vegetables. It also develops a sense of community, promotes sustainability, and encourages healthy lifestyles.
Office of Sustainability
312-314 Corbett Hall
91¸£Àû 04469-5774
Tel: 207.581.1571
sustainability@maine.edu
