About this Event:
Join us and Colby College for a free Screening of Aquaculture for People and Planet!
Stick around after the screening for a panel discussion with local aquaculturists, Island Institute staff, and Colby College alumni working in the aquaculture space, where we’ll dive into the vast potential of low-emission seafood, Maine’s opportunity to lead in this growing industry, and the innovative ways sea farmers are cutting their carbon footprint while increasing their bottom line. We’ll also explore why farmed shellfish and seaweed are among the most efficient, sustainable protein sources on the planet—offering a scalable solution for both the economy and the environment.
For over a decade, Climate of Change has spotlighted solutions to the most pressing challenges facing Maine’s coast—from sea level rise and clean energy to ocean acidification and warming waters. Explore the full film series on our website.
Join the conversation. Be part of the solution.
Featured Speakers:
- Lauren Simmons-Gray, Owner, Cranberry Oysters, Cranberry Isles, ME
- Caitlin Cleaver, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies, Colby College, Waterville, ME
- Smokey McKeen, Co-Founder and Head of Operations, Pemaquid Oyster Company, Damariscotta, ME
- Nick Battista, Chief Policy and External Affairs Officer, Island Institute, Rockland, ME
This is a free event open to the public. Seating is first come first serve. Doors open at 6:30pm with the screening starting promptly at 7:00pm.
