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Tremont's Quest for Resilience in a Changing Climate
Read on to learn more about what it takes to ensure coastal communities continue to thrive in a warmer world, and to see the role …
Perspectives | 6 min Read
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Building a Healthy Blue Economy Workforce
A vital workforce is central to a thriving blue economy. By equipping more people with the necessary skills to enter and succeed in that workforce, …
Perspectives | 7 min Read
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Tuna School: Crash Course on a Local Delicacy
Atlantic bluefin tuna can present some challenges for seafood consumers looking for responsibly harvested options. These highly migratory fish are a complex species to manage, …
Perspectives | 13 min Read
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Sea State Recap: Developing the Blue Economy and Supporting Working Waterfronts
At our latest Sea State Seminar, we turned our attention to the people and places that keep Maine’s coastal economies alive. Framed by the theme …
Perspectives | 4 min Read
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Sea State Recap: Adapting Fisheries & Seafood
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we hosted a conversation about how collaboration and shared …
Perspectives | 5 min Read
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Community Science Wrapped 2025
Understanding how climate change is reshaping the Gulf of Maine, and New England at large, depends on steady, long-term observations — the kinds that reveal …
Perspectives | 4 min Read
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Your Favorite Stories from 2025
Take a look back at some of our most-read stories in 2025.
Perspectives | 7 min Read
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The Next Wave of Maine’s Blue Economy
Reflections from the 2025 Blue Economy Investment Summit, and the future of Maine's blue economy.
Perspectives | 7 min Read
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Demystifying the Blue Economy
The blue economy is a hot topic these days, but the meaning behind the term isn't always clear. In this blog, we break down what …
Perspectives | 5 min Read
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Fisheries 101
Fisheries are the backbone of our state's economy and cultural heritage, but these systems are complex, and managing them even more so. Read on for …
Perspectives | 6 min Read
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Sea State Recap: Building Climate Ready Communities
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we hosted a timely conversation around supporting Maine communities …
Perspectives | 6 min Read
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While Students Recharge, Educators Level Up: Summer STEM Learning
Each summer, our education team leads professional development opportunities for teachers, librarians, and community educators across Maine and New England. Read on to hear from …
Perspectives | 6 min Read
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Sea to School: Bringing Local Seafood to New England Cafeterias
Our seafood team is working with partners across New England to establish a comprehensive sea to school program focused on the Gulf of Maine region. …
Perspectives | 6 min Read
