Explore the essential infrastructure that keeps Yarmouth clean and sustainable with a guided tour of the Yarmouth Wastewater Treatment Plant.
This behind-the-scenes experience offers a fascinating look at how wastewater from homes and businesses is safely treated and returned to the environment. Visitors will follow the journey of water through each stage of the treatment process—from initial screening and sedimentation to biological treatment and final disinfection. Along the way, knowledgeable staff explain the science and engineering that protect local waterways and public health.
The tour also highlights the plant’s role in environmental stewardship, including efforts to reduce pollution, conserve energy, and support the health of nearby ecosystems such as Casco Bay. Guests will gain a deeper appreciation for the invisible systems that support everyday life and learn how simple actions at home can help maintain water quality.
Ideal for community groups, and curious residents, this tour combines education with real-world impact—offering a unique opportunity to see sustainability in action.
FREE, but registration is required. Space is limited, so register today!