In The News

A new report commissioned by Island Institute outlines the most viable locations along Maine’s coast to host shoreside charging infrastructure, making a future with more electric boats a possibility.

Island Institute's Kim Hamilton and Nick Battista speak to the importance of affordable housing in Maine—particularly in the state's island and coastal communities.

Island Institute Fellow Elizabeth Dyer has been busy teaching area children fun lessons in sustainability since she began her position in the summer of 2025. Dyer has worked on a variety of energy-related projects with several organizations during her fellowship.

Over the past year, Maine Ocean Voices Engage (MOVE), a coalition of ocean-focused organizations — research institutions, science centers, fishing and aquaculture associations, universities, and community groups — collaborated to help policymakers understand what this funding supports in practice.

The annual Maine Fishermen's Forum—which has welcomed fishermen, researchers, scientists, and more for over 50 years—showcases solutions for sustaining fishing livelihoods in a changing Gulf of Maine. 

Island Institute is a proud member of the Maine Farmed Seafood Coalition, whose most recent campaign focuses on educating the public about Maine aquaculture.

Island Institute is named as an inspiring force behind Alaska's push for marine electrification.

Coastal Maine businesses are using Community Impact Grants from Island Institute to lower costs and carbon emissions.

Portland's first public, fast-charging electric boat charger has been installed. This infrastructure will make it easier for Mainers to invest in electric boats, which will in turn contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable Maine coast.

Emily Lane, former Island Institute board chairwoman and tireless champion for Maine seafood, was named one of Midcoast Villager's "Leading Women!"