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.
Category: In the news
Thousands gather for 51st annual Maine Fishermen’s Forum in Rockport
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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.
Maine Farmed Seafood Coalition launches ‘Maine Farmers Are Why’ campaign
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Island Institute is a proud member of the Maine Farmed Seafood Coalition, whose most recent campaign focuses on educating the public about Maine aquaculture.
‘We’re really breaking new ground’: Hybrid fishing boat prepares for maiden voyage in Sitka
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Island Institute is named as an inspiring force behind Alaska’s push for marine electrification.
Micro grants ease the move to solar for oyster farms across Penobscot Bay
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Coastal Maine businesses are using Community Impact Grants from Island Institute to lower costs and carbon emissions.
First Public Electric Boat Charger Installed in Portland
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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.
Leading Women: Rising local leaders, in their own words.
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Emily Lane, former Island Institute board chairwoman and tireless champion for Maine seafood, was named one of Midcoast Villager’s “Leading Women!”
How a Warming Gulf Could Save Maine’s Fishing Future
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This op-ed by Chris Payne breaks down how we can support Maine’s fishing families as our waters change.
Seaweed Cultivators Go ‘Climate Positive’
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After receiving grant funding from Island Institute, Springtide Seaweed is preparing to a install solar-powered seaweed nursery.
Maine Calling: Heat in Maine
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Island Institute’s Dr. Susie Arnold weighed in on rising ocean temperatures in this episode of Maine Calling focused on heat in Maine.
