A Webinar Series on Coastal Resilience for Working Waterfront Communities – As we approach the one-year anniversary of the devastating 2024 winter storms, we recognize that although they were a harsh setback, we can learn from them and this moment can serve as a catalyst for rebuilding with resilience. We invite you to join us for… Read more »
Category: Marine Economy
Partner Event – Aquaculture Fair: Celebrating Aquaculture in Washington County
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About this Event: Join the Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center in East Machias to celebrate aquaculture in Washington County! What to Expect: Meet farmers Try locally farmed seafood Learn about aquaculture training opportunities Find out more about starting an aquaculture related business See student presentations Fun activities Touch tank Event Information: This event is free and… Read more »
Staff Speaking Engagement – Union and Co. – Sustainability & The Green + Blue Economies Meetup
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About the Event: Join Union and Co. for an informal meet up to connect with other like-minded individuals interested in Sustainability & The Green + Blue Economies. Featuring an introduction and brief talk on using Hope as a Framework for Climate Action with Susie Arnold, Ph.D., Senior Ocean Scientist, Island Institute, and Bath resident. No prior… Read more »
Partner Event – Talk of the Towns: Futures for Our Marine Economies – and Finding Hope in Change
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About the Event: The Town of Stonington is proud to return with a new season of its Talk of the Towns civic conversations in partnership with the Island Institute. The second year will include five public conversations on issues that bridge, matter to, and unite our regional communities, and kicks off Wednesday, October 9 from 6… Read more »
Partner Event – Talk of the Towns: Small-Scale Aquaculture & Futures for Our Marine Economies
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The Town of Stonington is excited to present the fourth in its new series of public conversations and media screenings at the Stonington Opera House on issues that bridge, matter to, and unite our area communities. This event will discuss Small-Scale Aquaculture and Futures of Our Marine Economy. The gathering will include a social hour… Read more »
Maine Fishermen’s Forum 2024
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Island Institute is taking part in the Maine Fisherman’s Forum this year at the Samoset Resort. The Maine Fishermen’s Forum is a three-day annual event held over the first weekend in March at the Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine. The Forum brings together fishermen, sea farmers, gear suppliers, state and federal scientists and regulators…
Talking Aquaculture in Maine: The Oyster Capital of Maine
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This is event is co-sponsored by Lincoln Theater and Shuck Station. Since the glaciers receded from Maine, oysters have had a place in the Damariscotta River. Its famous shell mounds are a testament to this long history and the connection to the river held by the Nanrantsouak of the N’dakina and larger Wabanaki populations. Join Damariscotta… Read more »
Talking Aquaculture in Maine: Women on the Water
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This is event is co-sponsored by Lincoln Theater. Dive into the experience of women in the aquaculture industry! While there have been more female farmers in the last five years than ever before, Maine’s aquaculture industry is still a male–dominated sector. We’ll learn about the various roles these impressive women have in the aquaculture industry as… Read more »
Talking Aquaculture in Maine: Super Powers of Seaweed
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This is event is co-sponsored by Lincoln Theater. Learn from ocean scientists and Maine sea farmers about kelp’s amazing impacts in the economic and environmental health of our coastal communities. Maine is currently the largest producer of kelp in the United States, with farms located along our entire coastline. The growing season – late fall to… Read more »
Understanding Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the Gulf of Maine’s Seafood Industry
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Join Our Climate Common, GMRI, and the Island Institute for an industry-focused conversation about greenhouse gas emissions in the Gulf of Maine’s seafood industry. Learn who’s working on this issue and explore new ideas to reduce emissions.
