Science Serving Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Sea Grant makes science accessible, timely, and relative for any audience
Welcome
Pennsylvania Sea Grant’s mission is to enhance the use and conservation of Pennsylvania’s coastal, marine, and Great Lakes resources to create a healthy environment, resilient communities, and a strong and sustainable economy.
The work happens in watersheds within the Great Lakes and Mid-Atlantic regions, led by staff in Erie, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia. We partner with decision-makers, academic institutions, other Sea Grant programs, and individuals and organizations to build bridges between science and people. Learn more about our program.
Featured Photo
Our featured photo of Lake Erie at sunset was submitted by Jim Rutkowski, retired biology and environmental science teacher at Strong Vincent High School in Erie. Jim has been involved with PA Sea Grant since the Program’s inception and currently serves on the advisory committee.
Beyond the classroom, Jim has been deeply involved in local environmental issues. Most notably, as chair of the Presque Isle Bay Public Advisory Committee, he helped lead the effort to remove the Presque Isle Bay Area of Concern from the federal list in February 2013. We thank Jim for his dedication and for sharing his photo!
Upcoming Events
Jun
29
Great Lakes “AIS Landing Blitz”
12:00 am
Jul
07
Jul
15
Aquaponics Educator Workshop
Tom Ridge Environmental Center 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Jul
27
Level Up: MWEE Facilitator Workshop
9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Opportunities to Engage!
Research
Dig-in to Science! Learn more about statewide research topics and funded projects. Guidance for researchers seeking funding is also available.
Outreach
Outreach programs and projects engage individuals and communities in topics and issues like invasive species, coastal resiliency, water quality, and more.
Education
Environmental literacy programs and resources are developed to assist educators in expanding adult and youth knowledge of Great Lakes and coastal issues.
Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
Graduate students may apply for this one-year, paid experience for highly qualified early career professionals to work on issues related to coastal, marine and Great Lakes science and policy in offices within the executive or legislative branch of government in Washington, D.C.
Visit Our Outreach Page
We’ve restructured our outreach page and content to make it incredibly easy to learn more about the topics we work on, related projects, and to access resources. Check it out today!
Environmental Literacy
Educators – are you looking for a professional development opportunity to enhance your coastal and Great Lakes literacy? Learn more about the Great Lakes Literacy education exploration courses!
