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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Mitchell Center to host talk on the shifting challenges of conservation work Feb. 13
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Livingston speaks to News Center Maine about warming winters’ impact on Maine loggers
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Liza White: Engineering new applications for paper mill products
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Media report on UMaine study about recruiting more women for forestry careers
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Mitchell Center to host talk about challenges in forest management Nov. 28