Webinar – Navigating Lobster Tariffs

Posted March 19, 2025 by Emma Perry & filed under .

Join Island Institute for an in-depth discussion on the potential impacts of lobster tariffs on Maine’s marine economy, fishermen, and fishing-dependent communities. As global trade policies shift, new tariffs could drastically reshape the industry, affecting market access, pricing, and the livelihoods of those who depend on lobster fishing. This webinar will bring together industry experts,… Read more »

Webinar Series – Storm Response in Action: New State Efforts to Help Rebuild

Posted October 31, 2024 by Emma Perry & filed under .

This webinar, part of our series Storm Response in Action, A Webinar Series on Coastal Resilience for Working Waterfront Communities, took place on December 10, 2024. Please see below for the recording and slide deck, and join us on January 16 at 10 AM for our next webinar in the series: Storm Response in Action: Business Owners… Read more »

Lunch & Learn: Preparing for the Impacts of Sea Level Rise

Posted May 4, 2021 by Renny Sabina & filed under .

Sea level rise is one of the most pressing challenges facing the state of Maine. Join Maine Conservation Voters for this Lunch & Learn event to learn more about the Maine Legislature’s efforts to analyze the impacts of sea level rise. Speakers include: Melanie Loyzim, Commissioner of Maine’s Department of Environmental Protection Representative Lydia Blume… Read more »