CCI, Mayewski Cited in Press Herald Article on Arctic Policy
The Climate Change Institute (CCI) at the University of Maine and its director, Paul Mayewski, were mentioned in the Portland Press Herald article, “Looking for edge, Maine plunges into Arctic policy.” Maine is positioning itself as a player in Arctic politics, which could increase opportunities for Maine’s climate researchers and several business sectors, according to the article. As Arctic sea ice continues to melt because of climate change, shipping lanes across the top of the world will become more viable, the article states. The CCI, which was established more than 40 years ago, was cited as “one of the nation’s oldest research institutes dedicated to understanding the climate.” Mayewski said as the Arctic Ocean warms, the effects will be felt in Maine. “We have this very long perspective on how the Arctic operates,” he said. “It is very important that Maine play a critical role.”