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Maine coastal areas plan natural solutions to reduce flood impacts from climate change

The Greater Portland Council of Government received $250,000 to help fight flooding caused by climate change in 10 coastal Maine towns

Press Clips | News Center Maine

2021 Research Progress Update

Our research team has been hard at work over the last year. To keep you updated on their progress, we've developed a report showcasing some …

Announcements | 16 min Read

Barely a cloud in the sky and Portland, Maine, is flooding

The Gulf of Maine is one of the fastest-warming bodies of saltwater on the planet. In Portland, Maine, sea levels are expected to rise 10 …

Press Clips | PBS NewsHour

Portland’s historic Union Wharf being sold, preserved for maritime use

Fishermen and city officials praise the agreement between the Gulf of Maine Research Institute and the Poole family, saying the organization is securing the future …

Press Clips | Press Herald

Windjamming on the Warming Gulf of Maine - Eos

Living in Geologic Time: A sailing venture reveals economic upheaval along Maine’s enduring coast.

Press Clips | Eos

Gulf of Maine Warming Update: Summer 2021

Over the past decade, scientists have led a body of research that highlights the rapid pace of warming in the Gulf of Maine. To help …

Announcements | 8 min Read

Invasive crabs are wreaking havoc on Maine’s coast

As the number of invasive crabs continues to grow, Maine students are on the frontlines providing invaluable help to scientists by counting how many crabs …

Press Clips | Bangor Daily News

Students Return to LabVenture

LabVenture Program Manager Meredyth Sullivan shares our plan to welcome students back for in-person LabVenture.

Tidings | 1 min Read

'Sea To School' Project Brings Local Fish to K-12 Cafeterias

A new project promises to increase the amount of local seafood served in K-12 public school cafeterias across New England.