Electric boats are projected to become a $20 billion industry in the next five years, growing about 13% annually. In this op-ed, Island Institute calls for enhanced coordination and collaboration to develop the infrastructure, financing and workforce to compete in a growing global market.
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Casco Bay kelp farmer to test electric propulsion in commercial operation
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
A kelp farmer off Long Island in Casco Bay is the first participant in a pilot project by Island Institute and TEMO to test the real-world operational limits of low-voltage electric propulsion in the demanding environments of New England’s working waterfront.
Innovation is Just a Ferry Ride Away
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under Blog.
What can Maine learn from Nova Scotia about electrifying a commercial boat? Island Institute’s marine electrification team traveled to Halifax to exchange ideas and bring home insights to advance the electrification of Maine’s working waterfronts.
Adaptation strategies among women on Maine’s working waterfront
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
A major research collaboration between College of the Atlantic, the University of Maine, Maine Sea Grant, and Island Institute is bringing new attention to the creative ways women along Maine’s coast are adapting their marine livelihoods amid rapid environmental and economic change.
New state entity to promote Maine’s marine economy
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
The new entity, created by the Legislature, aims to leverage Maine’s clean ocean brand to foster jobs, investment, and new business ventures across a range of marine-based sectors. Establishing a state-sponsored economic development initiative focused on ocean-centered industry was the top recommendation of the Blue Economy Task Force.
Electric workboat launches on Maine waterfront, marking a first for fishermen
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
Island Institute’s demonstration projects will evaluate electric propulsion performance across U.S. fishing and workboat applications.
Island Institute Partners with ePropulsion for Marine Power Trials
Posted by Laura England & filed under In the news.
Island Institute’s demonstration projects will evaluate electric propulsion performance across U.S. fishing and workboat applications.
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.
Visibility Clears
Posted by Gerogia Howe & filed under In the news.
As conversations about the future of Maine State Ferry Service are progressing, Island Institute’s Nick Battista emphasized that the Ferry Service is a vital component of civic infrastructure that connects island communities to essential services and opportunities.
