UMaine FORest Economy, Sustainability and Technology (FOREST)
The University of Maine FOREST is a university-wide multi-disciplinary initiative that brings together university, industry, government, and community collaborators for the advancement of forest-based economy in Maine and beyond.
Vision
Creating prosperity for the land, people and habitat supported by forests.
Mission
Organize and leverage existing strengths to facilitate communications and engagement of all stakeholders to address the complex challenges facing the forest sector in Maine and beyond.
Purpose
Coordinate, communicate and collaborate across the University of Maine System with external partners to develop and deliver integrated research, education and outreach solutions that enhance the economic and ecological sustainability of forest-based communities.
Forest & Environment News
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NSRC announces the 2022 Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund request for proposals
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Mech interviewed by BDN about impending browntail moth season
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UMaine workshop highlights cultural importance of brown ash to Wabanaki tribes, management strategies for emerald ash borer
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News Center Maine features UMaine research on the American marten
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2021 Maine Forest Tick Survey results released