Gulf of Change

68 Commercial Street,Portland ME 04101

11 May, 2023

Description

Gulf of ChangeA Discussion on Climate Change and Resiliency in Maine's Aquaculture Industry A "Coffee and Climate" Series Event: In this installment of Entrepreneurship in the Blue Economy, the New England Ocean Cluster is collaborating with City of Portland and South Portland's Sustainability Offices to explore the One Climate Future plan. We're excited to host a panel discussion on climate resilience in Maine’s aquaculture industry and the opportunities in developing sustainable and resilient local food systems. Together, our panelists Libby Davis (Lady Shuckers), Jesse Baines (Atlantic Sea Farms), Bill Needelman (City of Portland Waterfront Coordinator), and Peter Stocks (South Portland Harbor Commissioner) will share the ways they’ve learned to adapt and how municipalities and industry are working to stem the tide of climate change in Casco Bay. One Climate Future Plan - Charting a Course for Portland and South Portland FEATURING Libby Davis, Owner, Lady Shuckers Jesse Baines, CMO, Atlantic Sea FarmsBill Needelman, Waterfront Coordinator, City of PortlandPeter Stocks, Harbor Commissioner, City of South PortlandAs always, attendees will enjoy oysters, frosty beverages, and snacks as well as conversations with a lovely bunch of farming enthusiasts. SCHEDULE: 4:30 – Doors Open – arrival, networking, drinks and oysters5:30 – Conversation – short commentary from distinguished guests along with a Q & A6:15 – Continued Networking – keep chatting and enjoying refreshments 7:00 – Conclusion – thanks for coming! Please find out how to access the Hús here. ------------------ This event is part of ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE BLUE ECONOMY​ Entrepreneurship in the Blue Economy (EITBE) is an event series created by the New England Ocean Cluster to share the stories of ocean-focused entrepreneurs and project leaders in Maine. Each session is free to attend and includes a curated panel of speakers who share their own intimate and organic perspectives on the topic du jour. Created in 2019, the program’s intent is to convene an engaged audience to raise awareness, promote dialog, and facilitate connections amongst those interested in the region’s blue economy. The EITBE series has become a part of Transforming the Blue Economy (TBE), a purpose-driven collaboration created by the World Ocean Observatory, a 501c.3 non-profit, and the New England Ocean Cluster. The project endeavors to advance and modernize New England’s ocean-minded industries through education and community engagement; by bridging the gap between capacity and need; and by assisting in the creation of sustainable and innovative enterprises.