University of Guam's Dr. Brett Taylor co-edits Biology of Rabbitfishes, a new book exploring the evolutionary biology, ecological importance, and cultural value of rabbitfishes, especially in Guam's coastal and culinary traditions.
More...The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) is proud to announce the launch of its second cohort for the highly successful Community Backyard Aquaponics Systems (CBAS) program.
More...The American Leadership on the SDGs, a United Nations initiative, has featured University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Director Austin Shelton, Ph.D., for his work in advancing the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
More...The Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps partnered with UOG's Sea Turtle Monitoring Program to assist in hands-on conservation efforts, including nest surveys, marine debris removal, and habitat preservation. This collaboration helps protect Guam’s endangered sea turtles while training the next generation of environmental stewards.
More...The University of Guam recently celebrated the conclusion of its first-ever Island Sustainability course, an interdisciplinary course exploring environmental, cultural, and historical dimensions of sustainability.
More...The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant and Guam Department of Agriculture hosted CNMI Department of Fish and Wildlife representatives for a groundbreaking State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) workshop. The two-day event focused on regional collaboration to protect shared Species of Greatest Conservation Need across the Mariana Islands. Leaders from Guam and CNMI discussed unified conservation goals, biodiversity protection, and community engagement, marking a major step forward for sustainable management of island ecosystems.
More...The Local2030 Islands Network has launched the Green Growth Partnership Community of Practice to advance island-led, culturally informed sustainable development.
More...Two UOG units combined resources toward water conservation and native plants preservation.
More...The University of Guam marked a historic milestone in sustainable development as the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) committed to 100% renewable energy by 2045 during the 16th UOG Conference on Island Sustainability. President Hilda Heine signed the Blue Planet Climate Agreement, aligning RMI with a global network of island communities focused on green growth and climate resilience. The event also celebrated the expansion of the Green Growth movement across the Pacific, spearheaded by UOG, the Blue Planet Alliance, and the Local2030 Islands Network.
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