The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine, Orono.
- Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form for Zoom connection information
Speakers:
- Nathan Robbins, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
- Parker Gassett, Maine Climate Science Information Exchange Office (MCSIE)
- John Maclaine, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
- Jordan Kimball, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
The “O.U.R. S.H.O.R.E” Program is being developed to provide guidance and training for using nature-based design practices to protect against shoreline erosion in Maine. A network of state agencies, shoreline practitioners, service providers, and researchers have been developing this program over the past several years to respond to this pervasive need for more resilient shorelines in response to severe weather events. Our goal is to provide homeowners, contractors, resource managers, and community leaders with how-to information on diagnosing sources of erosion, identifying stabilization design practices for a site, and to provide a place to learn about different project examples from throughout the state to successfully use nature-based designs. You can also learn more at OUR SHORE, Maine DEP.
Nathan Robbins is the Climate Change Specialist at Maine Department of Environmental Protection. His work supports capacity building and accelerating the use of best practices for resilience and mitigation.
Parker Gassett is the assistant director for the Maine Climate Science Information Exchange Office (MCSIE). This office at the University of Maine accelerates climate solutions by strengthening connections between research and decision-making.
John Maclaine leads the Nonpoint Source Training Center at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. His work upholds the Training Center Programs and resources which provide tools and practices to prevent this nonpoint source pollution.
Jordan Kimball assists the Nonpoint Source Training Center at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. His work upholds the Training Center Programs and resources which provide tools and practices to prevent this nonpoint source pollution.
