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This guide supports students in Environmental Studies at the University of Maine at Machias with curated resources on conservation, sustainability, and environmental research. Whether you're studying ecosystems, climate adaptation, or policy and ethics, t

Welcome to the Environmental Studies Guide

Welcome to the Environmental Studies Guide

This guide supports students in Environmental Studies at the University of Maine at Machias with curated resources on conservation, sustainability, and environmental research. Whether you're studying ecosystems, climate adaptation, or policy and ethics, this guide helps you navigate both scholarly and applied materials.

Use this guide to:

  • Find articles, books, and case studies on conservation and sustainability
     
  • Access data and reports on environmental impact and climate
     
  • Explore local, regional, and global initiatives in environmental stewardship
     
  • Learn how to cite sources and locate government and nonprofit research
     

For further research help, click the “Chat with a Librarian” button on the Merrill Library homepage, visit Merrill Library, or email ummlibrary@maine.edu.

Environmental Studies Resources

Conservation science focuses on the protection and management of species, habitats, and ecosystems. This section includes resources on ecological restoration, endangered species, and land/water preservation strategies.

Recommended Resources:

This section explores energy use, food systems, climate adaptation, and the integration of sustainability into public policy, agriculture, business, and daily life.

Recommended Resources:

Use these tools to locate peer-reviewed research and primary source material on environmental topics.

  • UMaine Libraries' Catalog – Search system-wide for print and e-books
  • OneSearch – For scholarly articles across databases
  • Science.gov – Access federal environmental research
  • [GreenFILE (EBSCO)] – Environmental impact reports and case studies

Support for writing and presenting research in environmental science, including help with citations and visualizations.

Dictionaries, Encyclopedias, and Atlases

Environmental Sciences News

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