Maine Islands Coalition leaders reflect on the organization’s importance for island communities, and where it’s headed in the future.
Tag: Climate Solutions
Welcoming New Island Institute Fellows
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Blog.
Meet the new Island Institute Fellows and catch up on the current cohort’s community-driven projects.
Reading the Shoreline
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Blog.
ShoreCorps Steward Emma Polhemus worked with Island Institute staff and island communities in Casco Bay to assess shoreline erosion and offer potential paths forward.
Maine Farmed Seafood Coalition launches ‘Maine Farmers Are Why’ campaign
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
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
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
Island Institute is named as an inspiring force behind Alaska’s push for marine electrification.
Island Institute Names Charles French Chief Community Development Officer
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Press Release.
Senior leader Charles French brings 30+ years of community and economic development experience to Maine’s coast
Island Institute Welcomes Two New Board Members
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Press Release.
Island Institute is thrilled to announce the appointment of Bob Baines and Pamela Baker-Masson to its board of trustees.
Island Institute Names Charles Eichacker Editor
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Press Release.
Island Institute is pleased to announce the hiring of Charles Eichacker as Editor. Eichacker will lead Island Institute’s signature publications: The Working Waterfront newspaper and Island Journal annual magazine.
Island Institute Awards $214,000 to Boost Coastal Resilience and Innovation
Posted by Laura England & filed under Press Release.
Island Institute has awarded $214,000 in Glenn Fund Community Impact Grants to 56 projects advancing climate solutions, economic opportunity, and community resilience across Maine’s coast and islands.
This year’s awards reflect the grit, ingenuity, and determination of people who live and work in Maine’s island and coastal communities.
Island Institute Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer
Posted by Laura England & filed under Press Release.
Island Institute is pleased to announce the promotion of Peter King to Chief Financial Officer. After seven years serving as Operations Coordinator, Budget Manager, and most recently Director of Financial Operations, King now joins Island Institute’s senior leadership team.
