Guam’s coastal structures face a harsh reality: salt air and seawater corrode the steel bars inside concrete. Most construction materials, including cement and aggregates, must be shipped in from off-island, and the island continues to grapple with how to dispose of solid waste, including glass bottles.
The University of Guam’s (UOG) Guam National Science Foundation Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (Guam NSF EPSCoR) E-CORE (EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems) project has announced the recipients of its inaugural round of seed funding awards, providing nearly $200,000 in competitive research grants to UOG faculty.
Though one approached conservation through the lens of early childhood education and storytelling, and the other through fisheries management, Navigating Home short-term fellows Kira Reklai and Enqi Yang arrived at the exact same conclusion by the end of their three-month experience: protecting Guam’s natural resources requires meeting the community where they are.
Three undergraduate students, Angelie Donguines, Ale’a Duenas, and Dominic Torres participated in the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s Research Education and Extensive Fellowship (REEF) program in Dr. Peter Houk’s lab at the University of Guam Marine Laboratory. Through hands-on projects involving coral skeleton identification, benthic image analysis, and contributing to regional datasets, the interns worked with the Micronesia Coral Reef Monitoring (MCRM) program and learned how to use scientific data and technology to support the protection and monitoring of coral reef ecosystems.
From stormwater management and groundwater pollution to coral reef conservation and coastal erosion protection, six new research projects at the University of Guam are set to tackle some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing Guam and the wider Micronesian region.
At the 17th Conference on Island Sustainability, marine biologist Mafalda Gentil Martins Seiz de Freitas delivered a presentation grounded in urgency and innovation, drawing directly from her work addressing marine debris across the Pacific.
“And I think a lot of us, across island communities, are standing in that same proverbial space, surrounded by opportunity, but calling it waste.”
That reflection from William Castillo anchored his presentation at the 17th UOG Conference on Island Sustainability, where he was featured as a speaker sharing perspectives on value-added agriculture and economic resilience for island communities. Castillo is an associate professor and director of workforce development at Leeward Community College, where he leads initiatives that link education, workforce training, and entrepreneurship.
In the wake of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the Guam Power Authority’s P.O.W.E.R.ING (Promoting Optimal Ways to Energy Resilience) Power Symposium at the 17th University of Guam Conference on Island Sustainability took on renewed urgency, bringing together energy leaders, policymakers, and technical experts to strengthen Guam’s path toward a more resilient grid.
Leaders from across the Pacific convened Monday for a workshop at the 17th University of Guam Conference on Island Sustainability aimed at innovating how conservation efforts are financed in the region, marking a significant step forward for the Micronesia Challenge and its long-term sustainability goals.
Students, educators, and families gathered this past weekend at the University of Guam (UOG) Science Building to celebrate innovation and discovery at the 48th Guam Islandwide Science Fair, marking another successful year for one of the island’s longest-running academic events.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) Natural Resources division, alongside the Guam Preservation Trust (GPT) and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), hosted an outplanting event at the Atantåno Heritage Preserve in the village of Santa Rita.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has announced six students selected for the 2026 Research, Education and Extension Fellowship (REEF) and Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Internship. Over the coming months, these students will bridge the gap between classroom theory and hands-on practice, gaining professional experience in fields ranging from coral reef ecology to the island’s circular economy.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has announced the arrival of Emma Perez as its new Fiscal Officer, bringing decades of financial leadership and nonprofit experience to the many environmental, research, capacity building and workforce development programs it hosts.
Two University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) interns concluded their terms at the Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub with presentations highlighting innovative approaches to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant associate director for natural resources Else Demeulenaere, Ph.D., represented Guam at a prestigious international seminar on bat conservation at UCLouvain in Belgium, where researchers from across the Indo-Pacific region gathered to discuss the critical intersection of indigenous knowledge and species protection.
Focusing on an interdisciplinary approach to sustainability, the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has launched an undergraduate internship program that expands opportunities for participants from non-STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) disciplines.
The University of Guam’s Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) program today announced the release of its 2024 Impact Book, chronicling a year of significant progress in sustainable development. The report highlights major initiatives including record breaking progress in the Sea Turtle Management program, Guihan for Guahan, the Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) and more.
The Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) went fishing for new skills with the experts from the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainabilty & Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant), diving into the biological and cultural aspects of sustainable fisheries.
The Guam Green Growth Conservation Crops (G3CC) went scouting for snakes with the National Park Service and community group, Friends of Islan Dåno, learning how to track, capture and dispose of invasive brown tree snakes that have slithered throughout Guam.
Three high school students earned top honors at the 2025 NSF INCLUDES Supporting Emerging Aquatic Scientists (SEAS) Islands Alliance STEM Symposium, where they presented innovative projects tackling some of Guam’s pressing environmental and ecological challenges.
“For me, being born and raised here as a CHamoru, if the best of us keep leaving the island, we will never be able to solve our own problems,” said Justin Cruz, the newest long-term 12-month fellow of the NSF Navigating Home Early-Career Fellowship Program (Navigating Home), when asked why he returned to Guam.
The University of Guam (UOG) is proud to announce the release of Biology of Rabbitfishes, a comprehensive volume exploring the evolutionary history, ecological roles, and economic significance of rabbitfishes (family Siganidae).
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.
The Guam Green Growth (G3) Conservation Corps spent a week in the field immersed in vital conservation work alongside the University of Guam (UOG) Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s dedicated Sea Turtle Monitoring team. Corps members received invaluable hands-on training and education focused on the preservation of Guam’s native sea turtle populations and their crucial nesting habitats.
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.
Students from the University of Guam’s (UOG) National Science Foundation Inclusion across the Nation of Communities of Learners of Underrepresented Discoverers in Engineering and Science (INCLUDES), Navigating Home and Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) programs recently embarked on an extraordinary journey of scientific discovery, touring the state-of-the-art research vessel, Nautilus Live. This unique opportunity provided future island scientists with an invaluable firsthand look into cutting-edge ocean exploration and research.
The Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) continues to collect seeds of wisdom this week at the UOG Triton Farm in Dededo.
Members of the University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) recently dedicated an intensive week to understanding the complexities of waste management on the island, collaborating with industry leader Guahan Waste Control. This immersive experience is a critical component of the G3 Conservation Corps program, which aims to cultivate the next generation of environmental leaders and a skilled workforce for Guam’s emerging green economy.
From strengthening individual green growth hubs to collaborating and sharing knowledge for sustainable development, the Local2030 Islands Network is set to take the next step with the launch of the Green Growth Partnership Community of Practice.
The University of Guam (UOG) has exciting summer research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students passionate about mathematics through two distinct programs supported by the National Science Foundation Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (Guam NSF EPSCoR). Applications are now being accepted for both the Summer Math Research Assistant and the Summer Math Research Experience programs.
Leveraging regional partnerships with the Guam Green Growth (G3) initiative along with local knowledge and innovation, the CNMI Green Growth—one of the latest members of the expanding Green Growth movement across Micronesia—has outlined its accomplishments at the first Green Growth Summit, including initiatives to promote regenerative agriculture and agroforestry to enhance food security.
For every dollar invested in the Guam Green Growth (G3) Conservation Corps at the University of Guam, the island receives more than three times that amount in economic and social value, according to the partial results of an economic valuation of the G3 initiative.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant held a townhall at the 16th UOG Conference on Island Sustainability to gather stakeholder input on using ocean energy systems for renewable energy and exploring benefits for local industries, especially aquaculture.
Over 90 speakers from around the globe will gather this week for the 16th University of Guam Conference on Island Sustainability to explore practical solutions to sustainability challenges.
The Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center (PI-CASC) is thrilled to once again host the Graduate Student Research Symposium in Guam on Tuesday, April 8. The symposium is a preconference event of the 16th University of Guam Conference on Island Sustainability.
Carlo Tapia, a student intern researcher with the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS and SG), recently presented his research on converting used vape batteries into functional power bank chargers at a Guam Green Growth (G3) Makerspace Science Café event. The presentation highlighted a potential solution to the growing problem of electronic waste, particularly the disposal of vape batteries, which contain hazardous materials.
The University of Guam has announced the selection of eight students from diverse STEM fields as the 2025 undergraduate research fellows for the Guam NSF EPSCoR and Guam NSF SEAS Island Alliance INCLUDES programs.
Insights into reproductive trends, predation patterns, and climatic triggers observed prior to a crown-of-thorns (COTS) outbreak are crucial for developing effective mitigation strategies to protect coral reefs, according to Ciemon Caballes, Ph.D., a senior research associate at the University of Guam’s NSF EPSCoR and assistant professor at the UOG Marine Lab.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG), in collaboration with the University of Hawaii Sea Grant, will host a virtual information session for the prestigious Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship.
The University of Guam (UOG) is now accepting abstracts for the 16th annual Conference on Island Sustainability (CIS2025), a premier gathering for researchers, policymakers, and community members dedicated to building a more sustainable future for island communities.
An upcoming workshop organized by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) will enable the local fishing community to learn how to become community scientists by contributing data about their local catch.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) has announced the opening of its competitive research grant application process. This opportunity aims to support research projects that address critical challenges facing Micronesia’s coastal ecosystems, communities, and economies.
The University of Guam (UOG) Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (CIS & SG), the Guam Department of Agriculture (DOAG), and the consulting firm ICF, continued to make progress on the Guam Habitat Conservation Plan (Guam HCP) at multi-agency meetings held over three days.
The Guam Green Growth Local2030 Islands Network Conservation Corps (G3LIONCC) recently wrapped up a training module with the University of Guam’s Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS and SG) Natural Resources team, working to safeguard Guam’s endangered plant species. This development effort aims to bolster research and conservation efforts for these delicate and vital components of Guam’s unique ecosystem.
The University of Guam (UOG) Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (CIS & SG), in collaboration with UOG Faculty Francis Dalisay, Ph.D., has concluded its Perspective on Ocean Energy survey.
University of Guam (UOG) student researchers made a strong showing at the 2024 Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference, held in Phoenix, Arizona; bringing together thousands of scientists, engineers, and students from across the nation.
The University of Guam continues its tradition of sending a record number of delegates representing the island’s diverse communities to the 2024 Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s (UOG CIS & SG) Natural Resources team recently rescued threatened species of native orchid left vulnerable.
University of Guam (UOG) student Garret O’Donnell has been selected for the highly competitive Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Sea Grant College Program.
Ava Suba, a participant in the NSF INCLUDES SEAS Alliance Guam program, is currently working under the mentorship of Bastian Bentlage Ph.D, along with graduate student Anela Duenas at the UOG Marine Lab.
The Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor will host a free public workshop on January 7, 2026, to provide assistance to submit comments on the federal government’s deep-sea mining proposal for waters near the Marianas Trench, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) brought together dozens of sustainability professionals, partners, and supporters for a special “Homecoming”-themed alumni mixer in December at Capitol Kitchen, raising funds for the UOG Endowment Fund while strengthening the island’s network of environmental leaders.
The University of Guam is now accepting presentation proposals for its 17th Conference on Island Sustainability, scheduled to take place April 20-24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Guam.
For many island communities, pursuing higher education and scientific careers often means leaving home—and too often, not returning. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Navigating Home program was created to reverse that trend by building clear pathways for STEM professionals with Guam roots to return, reconnect, and apply their expertise where it is needed most.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) revealed the cover of its highly anticipated 2026 Tide Chart Calendar at a special event held at the Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub at CHamoru Village, marking another year of the publication that has become essential for island fishers and coastal enthusiasts.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) wrapped up its 2025 tree-planting season with the final GROW in Malojloj event, bringing together community volunteers for a morning of environmental restoration at the Ugum Watershed project site.
The University of Guam strengthened its presence in STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics) at the 2025 Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference, where three UOG students earned national recognition for their research presentations.
Over 125 community members gathered at Gab Gab Beach for a critical Brown Tree Snake (BTS) Control Workshop and Snake Hunt, a collaborative effort organized by NAVFAC Marianas and the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant).
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has announced that the GROW in Malojloj tree planting event, originally schedule for this coming Saturday, November 8, 2025 has been postponed until Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 8am.
In partnership with the Guam Department of Agriculture’s (DOAG) Division of Aquatic & Wildlife Resources (DAWR), the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) and ICF (a national leader in Habitat Conservation Plan consulting) held two public town hall meetings in Hågat and Dededo about the developing of the Guam Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant officially announces that applications are officially open for the Community Backyard Aquaponics System Program (CBAS).
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub has announced two workshops to be hosted at their CHamoru Village campus showcasing both cultural knowledge and high-tech innovation.
The partnership between the University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth (G3) and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Green Growth Initiative (CNMI GG) celebrated a major milestone last week with the official launch of the CNMI Green Growth Kupu Conservation Corps in Saipan. This regional expansion brings a proven model of environmental workforce development to the CNMI, aiming to train a new generation of leaders for the Pacific green economy.
Ever had surf and turf with a twist, featuring tilapia raised right here through the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s aquaculture program? That was on the table at this year’s Maila Ta Fan Chesa, where sustainability and food security weren’t just topics of discussion — they were part of the menu.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub (G3 Makerspace) recently hosted a 3D Printing Workshop, offering the community hands-on experience with cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology. The event was a part of the G3 Sustainable September lineup, a month-long series dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on the island.
The fadang, a cycad native to and only found in Micronesia, has found space in the Atantåno Heritage Preserve through an outplanting organized by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s Island Conservation Lab (UOG CIS & Sea Grant’s ICL).
The fifth cohort of the Guam Green Growth Kupu Conservation Corps (G3CC) closed out their journey with a challenge: to take the lessons learned over the past six months and leave a mark, no matter what industry or path they choose next.
The University of Guam, Guam Green Growth (G3), and partners launched Sustainable September with a proclamation signing, highlighting the multi-sectoral efforts that laid the foundation for the islands’ progress in achieving the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
The possibilities are abundant as the Micronesian Chef’s Association (MCA), the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) officially announced the team members and special ingredient assignments for this year’s Maila Ta Fan Chesa event to be held next Thursday, September 17, at the Hyatt Regency Guam.
In the spirit of community collaboration, the University of Guam’s (UOG) Guam Green Growth (G3) initiative and the Yoña mayor’s office planted 34 plumeria trees along the Yona cliff line as part of ongoing island beautification efforts.
The Micronesian Chefs’ Association (MCA), in partnership with the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant), is excited to announce the return of the Maila Ta Fan Chesa event on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Guam.
The Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub (G3 Makerspace) has started a campaign to collect recyclable plastics in support of a new project to refurbish school desks. This initiative aims to provide a sustainable solution to a common problem in schools and address a significant challenge in waste management on island.
The University of Guam’s Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant), in collaboration with the Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) Initiative, successfully hosted a community tree planting event this past Saturday, August 2, at the Ugum Watershed project site in Malojloj. The event marked the official start of the year’s planting season, drawing volunteers dedicated to protecting Guam’s natural resources from ridge to reef.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) is hosting a tree-planting event this Saturday, August 2 at the Ugum Watershed project site.
The Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) and the G3 GROW Corps worked together with the Governor’s Office and iRecycle to bolster recycling efforts at the 81st Guam Liberation Day Parade with the mission of keeping aluminum cans out of the landfill.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) extends its congratulations to the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) on the recent launch of their ambitious RMI Green Growth initiative.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) announced its plans to promote environmental stewardship and enhance recycling efforts at the upcoming 81st Guam Liberation Day Parade by distributing free can bins to parade attendees and aiding with aluminum can recycling along the parade route.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth (G3) Conservation Corps program got a little greener today with the launch of the first cohort of the G3 GROW Corps.
At the July Guam Green Growth (G3) Steering Committee meeting, members highlighted progress toward the 17 U.N. Sustainable Development Goals—both locally and regionally—including the launch of a new Green Growth hub in Micronesia and a watershed restoration workforce initiative that expands the G3 Conservation Corps.
A recent survey conducted by the University of Guam’s Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) indicates strong support among Guam residents toward developing ocean renewable energy.
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.
Zachary Mendiola, a dedicated student intern from the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, has spent the past five months making a significant impact at the Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub. His transformative experience at the cutting-edge facility has not only honed his skills in sustainable practices but also solidified his passion for environmental stewardship on Guam.
Guam Green Growth (G3), a partnership between the University of Guam and the Office of the Governor, recently announced the launch of recruitment for the brand-new Guam Green Growth Guam Restoration of Watersheds Conservation Corps (G3 GROW Corps).
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s Island Conservation Lab (UOG CIS & Sea Grant ICL) and the Guam Department of Agriculture Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources (DAWR) hosted representatives from the CNMI Department of Fish and Wildlife (CNMI DFW) for a two-day workshop on the Guam and CNMI State Wildlife Action Plans (SWAP).
Entrepreneurs participating in the Guam Unique Merchandise and Art (GUMA) training program received an insightful presentation today from the Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub team. The session, a long-standing component of the GUMA curriculum, highlighted the principles of the circular economy and the opportunities it presents for local artisans and businesses.
The University of Guam (UOG) has announced 12 new participants for the Guam Green Growth (G3) Kupu Conservation Corps, marking its expansion into a six-month program that offers enhanced training and benefits.
The University of Guam facilitated a historic moment for green economic growth and sustainable development when the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) embraced the Green Growth movement and committed to full renewable energy during the 16th UOG Conference on Island Sustainability.
At the first Green Growth Summit, Austin Shelton, PhD, director of the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, talked about how the Guam Green Growth (G3) initiative began.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) officially launched the CHalan Deskubre Hub, an interactive science learning center designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in Guam’s youth. The hub, located at Dean Circle, above the post office at the UOG campus, brings the colorful and engaging pages of the popular place-based children’s magazine, CHalan Deskubre, to life.
The University of Guam is excited to welcome President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Her Excellency Hilda C. Heine as a keynote speaker for this year’s Conference on Island Sustainability (CIS2025) to be held at the Hyatt Regency Guam from April 7-12.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub is set to host a series of workshops throughout March in celebration of CHamoru Month. These workshops offer a unique opportunity for the community to engage with traditional CHamoru crafts and practices, promoting both cultural preservation and sustainable living.
Guam’s green economy continues to grow with innovations by the University of Guam. As part of its Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) Initiative, the UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS&SG) is seeking Gold Standard Carbon Credit Certification for its tree planting efforts in southern Guam.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth (G3) program unveiled their latest Art Corps mural at the CHamoru VIllage in Hagatna.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) recently hosted the first-ever Fish Fest at the CHamoru Village.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) and the Guam Department of Agriculture are seeking input for the Guam State Wildlife Action Plan (Guam SWAP).
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub will partner with MacTech Guam to host a computer repair workshop. The event aimed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to repair and maintain their own computers, promoting sustainability and reducing electronic waste.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) is now accepting applications for its upcoming fifth season. This five-month program provides twelve adults with valuable hands-on experience in environmental conservation and sustainability to develop the workforce for the emerging green economy.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) have unveiled the 2025 Tide Chart and Guam Grower’s Calendars. These resources provide information for the island community, and focus on sustainable fishing and agriculture, as means to address food security on the island.
In a collaborative effort to revitalize the island’s cultural heart, The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Initiative (G3) and the CHamoru Village (CV) kicked off a tree planting project in the capital of Hagåtña.
An upcoming workshop organized by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & SG) will enable the local fishing community to learn how to become community scientists by contributing data about their local catch.
The Inaugural University of Guam (UOG) Research Forum, held at the UOG Leon Guerrero School of Business and Public Administration, brought together leading minds to discuss innovative research and sustainability practices vital to the future of Guam and the Pacific region.
At the August Guam Green Growth (G3) steering committee meeting, members focused on strengthening alliances through various local and regional platforms, from the island’s participation in the Pacific Island Forum to the expansion of Green Growth programs across Micronesia.
Associate Director for Natural Resources at the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Else Demeulenaere, delivered a captivating presentation at the XX International Botanical Congress, held in Madrid, Spain.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant announced this month the recipients of the 2024-2026 UOG Sea Grant Competitive Research Funding. The grants support research projects addressing critical challenges facing Micronesia’s coastal ecosystems, communities, and economies.
The University of Guam Sea Grant program continues to make progress in protecting and understanding Guam’s endangered sea turtle population. Since 2018, Sea Grant entered into a Cooperative Agreement with NAVFAC Marianas to monitor nesting beaches on Andersen AFB. This collaboration has added years of meaningful research and conservation efforts, while remaining dedicated to preserving the native species of the Marianas, the Green and Hawksbill Sea Turtles.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant is continuing its Guihan for Guahan project, a collaborative effort with local fishers to monitor the health of Guam’s reefs. Launched in February 2023, the project collects long-term data on fish catches to assess reef diversity and overall health. By working closely with fishers, researchers gather information on fish size, species and abundance.
The University of Guam hosted students from across Micronesia who showcased their research findings at a Science Café held at the Guam Green Growth Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Navigating Home program out of the University of Guam (UOG) recently hosted a Mental Health First Aid training in Guam.
Guam was front and center at the United Nations Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in Antigua and Barbuda as Guam Green Growth (G3) Steering Committee co-chair and Lieutenant Governor of Guam Joshua Tenorio played a prominent role at the conference, facilitating a roundtable panel during the 3rd Leaders’ Summit of the Local2030 Islands Network that included Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, Palau President Surrangel Whipps Jr., and numerous other heads of state. He also delivered keynote remarks at the Global Island Partnership (GLISPA) strategic high-level reception.
The University of Guam Sea Grant program would like to congratulate Guam’s second Knauss Fellow, D’Amy Steward. D’Amy will be working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the
Austin Shelton, Ph.D., Director of the UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, speaks at the graduation ceremony for the second traditional healing and medicine class for Fanuchånan 2023
Katelyn Anderson, a fellow for the 2023 National Science Foundation Navigating Home Early Career Fellowship Program, collects a trail camera placed at Cocos Island in an effort to monitor the
Katelyn Renee Anderson, a new fellow accepted by the National Science Foundation’s Navigating Home Early-Career Fellowship Program A former Guam resident has been selected as the 2023 fellow for the
Around 50 people from the public and private sector, and the academe, share their perception on developing ocean and wave energy systems for aquaculture and various socio-economic industries, at a
UOG 2023 SACNAS National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference delegation pose for a picture after being recognized as the 2023 Undergraduate Chapter of the Year Dr. Austin Shelton speaking among
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
University of Guam Sea Grant Guihan for Guahan project lead Leilani Sablan has been measuring fish all around the island as a part of the data collection for the fisheries
Morgan Leon Guerrero has returned to the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant to assist with energy projects and grant looking to continue the education and
David Crisostomo, head of the UOG Sea Grant aquaculture and aquaponics program presents the highlights of his meeting with Dr. Nick Savidov, a senior research scientist from Lethbridge College. Following
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
University of Guam students participate in a tree planting event at the Guam Restoration of Watershed’s Ugum Watershed project site. Along with students, summer camp attendees and community group volunteers
Joshua Muna, UOG Sea Grant aquaculture extension assistant, shares his experiences from the Salish Summit, an event hosted by the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community in June. At a workshop in
Aquaculture Specialist, David Crisostomo, announces a groundbreaking project for Guam’s aquaculture industry, fueled by a U.S. Department of Energy grant. The project aims to harness ocean energy to power the
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
Previous image Next image University of Guam Sea Grant Turtle and Fisheries Biologist Leilani Sablan defended her thesis for her master’s degree recently at the UOG Marine Lab. Sablan, who
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
https://youtu.be/c8DHK0BmSts Following the destruction of Typhoon Mawar, our very own Louella Losinio takes a special look at the affects of the storm on our Guam Restoration of Watersheds site in
CHamoru scientist Leilani Sablan underscored the importance of bridging science and culture and encouraging more indigenous scientists to practice on island during her presentation at the UOG College of Natural
The University of Guam Sea Grant program is exploring the possibility of developing a carbon offset program for the community. This initiative was discussed on the fifth day of the
The Micronesia Summer Bridge to Bachelor’s Program culminated its 2022 cycle with a poster presentation by its summer interns in July at the University of Guam Microscopy Teaching & Research Laboratory. The
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
The University of Guam (UOG) has officially opened recruitment for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Navigating Home Year-long Early Career Fellowship. This exciting opportunity aims to attract and retain talented individuals who are pursuing their masters or doctorate degrees who may have moved off Guam, and are ready to return home.
The University of Guam is now accepting applications for the National Science Foundation (NSF) SEAS Islands Alliance Undergraduate Fellowship program.
Students got a chance to see the view from under the sea as the University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Initiative unveiled the cover of the latest issue of CHalan Deskubre, a place-based science magazine for children.
The University of Guam (UOG) ushered in the second season of the Guam Green Growth Local2030 Islands Network Conservation Corps (GLINCC) with a launch event at the UOG Residence Halls.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS/SG) successfully hosted a community tree planting event at their Ugum watershed project site as a part of Sustainable September. The event was coordinated as a part of the groups Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) Initiative that works to reforest areas to prevent soil erosion.
Sustainability is growing with the launch of the University of Guam and DFS “Guam in Bloom” sustainable art exhibit.
Guam Green Growth (G3) Kupu Corps fellow Elisa Padilla has wrapped up her term working alongside the Guam Department of Agriculture Forestry Division. Padilla continued her work in sustainability following a term in the G3 Conservation Corps.
With only six more years remaining until 2030, the target year for achieving the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, along with Guam Green Growth and other multi-sectoral partners launched Sustainable September, a month-long commemoration promoting awareness of the SDGs.
A group of aspiring entrepreneurs and artists on Guam recently had the opportunity to learn the art of screen printing at the Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Makerspace and Innovation Hub.
University of Guam (UOG) student Cyril Concepcion has successfully completed her term as the first-ever intern with the UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Program’s Science Communication Internship.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Program made a significant splash at the recent National Sea Grant Week conference in Savannah, Georgia.
Marie Librando has joined the NSF INCLUDES SEAS Islands Alliance Guam Hub as the new program associate.
The University of Guam (UOG) and the Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) celebrated a milestone today with the graduation of its fourth cohort.
The University of Guam’s Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative recently partnered with the Malesso Summer Camp for a reforestation training aimed at revitalizing the island’s natural resources and preventing further erosion and degradation of the Ugum watershed.
The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) brought environmental responsibility to the forefront of the 80th Guam Liberation Day Parade. This year’s festivities weren’t just a celebration of freedom, but also a promotion of a sustainable future through a territory-wide recycling effort.
The 80th Guam Liberation Parade is shaping up to be a celebration of not just freedom, but also environmental responsibility. The University of Guam’s Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps (G3CC) are teaming up for a recycling initiative during the festivities.
A poster presentation exploring the use of compounds that can aid in coral reef growth won the top prize at a science symposium organized by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant and the National Science Foundation (NSF) SEAS Islands Alliance,
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, in partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF) INCLUDES SEAS Islands Alliance, has launched the second cohort of the NSF Navigating Home Early-Career Fellowship Program (Navigating Home) on Wednesday, June 26.
UOG CIS and Sea Grant have an internship available for you! We are looking for students ready for real world, real time development in the field of Science Communication! Photography, videography, writing, event staging and more are just some of the areas we will be working with you on! If you are interested, apply between now and Friday at midnight!
Biba Aquaculture!! Training has begun for the Community Based Aquaculture Systems (CBAS). Members of the program started their in-person classes to learn more about their backyard aquaponics systems, and how
The University of Guam Sea Grant program brought knowledge and gained knowledge as they participated in the recent Daak Ḵusteeyí Indigenous Aquaculture convening in Sitka, Alaska. The event organized by
The Local2030 Islands Network will host its 3rd Leaders’ Summit at the Small Island Developing States Conference (SIDS4) in Antigua and Barbuda on May 29, 2024. The event will build
Guam Green Growth Kupu Corps project coordinator, Annania Nauta-Kemp, addresses a crowd at a G3 Kupu Corps event Davina Artero, a continuing Outreach & Extension Assistant for G3 Kupu Corps,
Tuberolabium guamense Cycas micronesica (called ‘Fadang’ in CHamoru) Heritiera longipetiolata (called ‘ufa hålom tåno’ in CHamoru) Tabernaemontana rotensis In celebration of Endangered Species Day, the UOG Center for Island Sustainability
Dave Crisostomo, Aquaculture Specialist for UOG Sea Grant; Joshua Muña, Aquaculture Associate for UOG Sea Grant; and Johnny Borja showcase a fresh harvest of a lettuce variant: Summer Crisp Fusion
Associate Director for Natural Resources at the UOG Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant, Else Demeulenaere PhD carries a pot of Ufa hålom tåno’, just one of many species
Guam Green Growth Art Corps member Kie Susuico works on outlining his design on a wall in Sinajana. Members for the Cohort Two will also be creating murals in the
Ranie Jay Ubaldo Nadley Yow Ale’a Duenas Ava Suba Jeniel Mian Cyril Concepcion Makayla Dela Cruz The NSF INCLUDES: SEAS Islands Alliance program welcomes seven undergraduates from the University of
Typhoon Mawar may have temporarily affected parts of the island’s power infrastructure last year, but Guam Power Authority leadership said the agency has recovered and is still on track to
As the University of Guam convenes this week for its 15th Conference on Island Sustainability, community leaders reflect on its theme, “Sustainability Endures,” and its history of bridging partnerships for
Although the birds were the stars of the 3rd Annual Migratory Bird Celebration, there was much more to excite the gaggle of attendees at this all-ages event. The University
What do an accountant, former on-air personality, architect, and a human resources professional have in common? They are passionate about the future of our island and entered the newest
What do an accountant, former on-air personality, architect, and a human resources professional have in common? They are passionate about the future of our island and entered the newest
Andrea Murer helps attendees of the Glass Mosaic Workshop held at the Guam Green Growth Makerspace & Innovation Hub Mark Murer helps an attendee at the Glass Mosaic Workshop by
Addison Ferguson, Lead Turtle Biologist for UOG Sea Grant, speaks to an attendee at the 3rd Annual Migratory Bird Celebration. Franceska De Oro, Makerspace Attendant for G3 Circular Economy Makerspace
The Guam Green Growth (G3) initiative at the University of Guam unveiled its first Art Corps mural on Friday, February 2, in Yona. The mural, titled “Megot Nalina’låta” by artist
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant along with Guam Green Growth and Guam NSF EPSCoR are pleased to announce the debut of their radio show
While holding a United Nations Sustainable Development Goal each, representatives from the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) government, Northern Marianas College (NMC), and Guam Green Growth pose for
The recent Guam Green Growth biannual meeting, held at the Governor’s Complex in December, served as a platform for the different working groups to review progress in 2023 and chart
A GROW sign is displayed marking a tree planting site for participants Two members of the Local2030’s Corps place white flags to indicate where holes have been dug to plant
Representatives and Wave Club members pose with the newly revealed first issue of the CHalan Deskubre magazine Lt. Gov of Guam, Joshua Tenorio addresses the crowd at the CHalan Deskubre
Phillip Cruz, Sustainability Coordinator for UOG Center for Island Sustainability & Sea Grant, demonstrates how to properly plant an acacia tree to volunteers at Ugum Watershed Davina Artero, Extension Assistant
Austin Shelton, PhD, Director of the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, delivers his insights on sustainability and peace during his keynote address at the ‘Fanhita:
The Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) initiative has been making significant strides in revitalizing the island’s natural environment through a series of community tree planting events. These events, which have drawn volunteers of all ages, aim to restore degraded watersheds and protect Guam’s precious marine ecosystems.
The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant team reaches out to the community, providing crucial information through the “Mariana Islands Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural
Kyle Mandapat, UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Associate Director for Communications and Community Engagement, delivers a presentation at the 8th Assembly of Planners Symposium organized by the
Kyle Mandapat, UOG Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant Associate Director for Communications and Community Engagement, delivers a presentation at the 8th Assembly of Planners Symposium organized by the
D’Amy Steward, a University of Guam Master of Science in Biology student is one of 85 early career professionals from all over the United States selected for the prestigious John
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