Madeline Greene1, Mae Sefransky1, Christopher Wang1, Loren McClenachan2,‡ 1Colby College Environmental Studies Program 2Associate Professor of Environmental Studies, Colby College, Waterville ME ‡Corresponding Author. Email: loren.mcclenachan@colby.edu Abstract Since the early 20th century, º£½ÇÉçÇø has relied heavily on the lobster industry for its contributions to both the state economy and identity.  However, the high dependence on lobster read more Diversifying º£½ÇÉçÇøâ€™s coastal economy: A transition from lobster fishing to kelp aquaculture?