Gulf of Maine Research Institute

On December 18, 2024, the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) released a long-awaited summary for a groundbreaking global assessment on transformative change, which explores systemic challenges and pathways toward a sustainable future. Dr. Kanae Tokunaga, the leader of our Coastal and Marine Economics Lab, played a key role as a Lead Author for a chapter in the assessment about overcoming the challenges of achieving transformative change. “Being part of the Transformative Change Assessment is a monumental opportunity to address the underlying drivers of biodiversity loss and societal challenges,” said Dr. Tokunaga. Learn more about the assessment and Dr. Tokunaga's contributions here: https://lnkd.in/ea85MDcw

Coastal storms are nothing new, but the conditions that drive them, and how we experience them on land, are changing. Another one of your favorite stories from 2024, Coastal Storms 101, unpacks the science behind coastal storms, and how can we prepare and adapt for the future. Read the full story and the rest of your 2024 favorites here: https://lnkd.in/eY8DNz-b #GMRIWrapped2024

Observing the Gulf of Maine is vital for understanding the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems. In 'Observing the Ocean', we explore how our scientists use environmental DNA (eDNA) to detect species through the genetic material they leave behind, and data collecting ocean buoys to gather year-round data on ocean conditions like temperature, salinity, and oxygen levels. These tools are helping us monitor changes to better understand ecosystem health trends and support the people who depend on a thriving Gulf of Maine. Read the full story and your other favorites here: https://lnkd.in/eY8DNz-b #GMRIWrapped2024

As 2024 comes to an end, we’re looking back at our most impactful stories from the past year. Over the next few weeks we invite you to celebrate our most popular blog posts from this past year, as well as some that we think best highlight our impact across the organization. Today we're highlighting 'A Summer of Supporting Educators', a story that touches on how we collaborate with educators throughout the state to support the next generation of critical thinkers and problem solvers. Read this story and your other favorites here: https://lnkd.in/eY8DNz-b #GMRIWrapped2024

EVENT POSTPONED: Due to the weather forecast, we have decided to postpone tonight’s Sea State session: Hope and the Gulf of Maine (12/11/2024) with Gayle Bowness and Susie Arnold of the Island Institute. We will initiate ticket refunds today. Refunds take 3-5 business days to process. Please let us know if you do not see a refund within that time frame. We are working to reschedule this event and will let you know when we confirm a date. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We hope you and your loved ones stay safe in this storm, The GMRI Team

There's still time to save your spot - we hope to see you there! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dcmb73MM

📣 UPCOMING EVENT 📣 What does it take to make Maine the most climate-ready state in the nation? It starts with you and your community! Join us for an evening with GMRI’s Gayle Bowness and Susie Arnold from the Island Institute as they dive into strategies for addressing sea level rise, fostering collaboration, and building hope for the future of our coastal communities. 🗓️ Wed, Dec 11 🕠 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm 📍 GMRI, 350 Commercial St. Portland ME 🍻 Thank you to our beer sponsor, Allagash Brewing Company Sign up to attend: https://lnkd.in/dcmb73MM

🌊 YOU’RE INVITED! 🌊 Maine is on a mission to become the most climate-ready state in the nation — and it all starts with community action! Join Gayle Bowness, our Municipal Climate Action Program Manager, and Susie Arnold from the Island Institute for our upcoming Sea State event, Hope and the Gulf of Maine, where they will share strategies to prepare for sea level rise and inspire action with the science of hope in the face of a changing climate. 🗓️ Wed, Dec 11 🕠 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm 📍 GMRI, 350 Commercial St. Portland ME Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/dcmb73MM

Give the gift of science! This Giving Tuesday, all gifts made for our LabVenture program will be matched 2:1, up to $10,000! That means the impact of your gift will be tripled: 🎁 $50 gift + 2:1 match = $150 = LabVenture access for 3 students! 🎁🎁 $100 gift + 2:1 match = $300 = LabVenture access for 6 students! 🎁🎁🎁 $500 gift + 2:1 match = $1,500 = LabVenture access for an entire class! By making an investment in our LabVenture program, you’re helping inspire the next generation of climate leaders. Check out our alum spotlights to hear from former students about the lasting impact the program had on their lives! Give now: https://lnkd.in/e3X4dt8g

To help us reflect on what we're thankful for, we asked GMRI staff to read thank you notes from students who participated in our LabVenture experience. These notes serve as a reminder about how impactful our LabVenture program has been over the years. In fact, we’ve seen over 169,000 students come through LabVenture’s doors since it began in 2005. Thanks to our sponsors, students from all 16 counties can attend this immersive, hands-on learning experience at no cost to their families or schools. Thank you for making this experience real for so many students across the state. Learn more about LabVenture here: https://lnkd.in/dv6-JDnZ