The Blue Economy | The University of Maine

Experts weigh in on what the Blue Economy means to them and to the state of Maine.

The UMaine MARINE Initiative encompasses more than 110 marine-oriented researchers in more than 36 units. UMaine researchers conducted and contributed to more than $75 million in global research projects last year (FY20), including $13 million in direct research at UMaine campuses and centers. 

The initiative also includes one of Maine’s fastest-growing academic units, the UMaine School of Marine Sciences, which has seen an enrollment growth of 32% over five years. The 420 students who enrolled in fall 2021 are contributing to marine-related research and preparing to provide Maine communities and industries the support needed to make Maine a global marine leader.