Welcome
Maine-FOREST (Forest-based Opportunities for Resilient Economy, Sustainability, and Technology) envisions a resilient and thriving Maine where cutting-edge research, technological innovation, and inclusive collaboration drive the sustainable growth of the forest sector. We aim to be a national leader in environmental AI, sustainable bioproducts, and smart rural development, transforming Maine’s natural resources into engines of economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and social equity for all communities.

Collaborative Research: E-RISE RII: Enhancing Maine Forest Economy, Sustainability, and Technology Ecosystem To Accelerate Innovation (Maine-FOREST) is supported by National Science Foundation award #OIA-2416915.