Upstream Watch

Reviewing and assessing proposed development with Midcoast Maine rivers and watersheds. Objective To identify and evaluate the effects of proposed development on the local environment and surrounding communities. Volunteers studied and experts were hired to analyze the potential environmental effects of a proposed Recirculating Aquaculture System RAS salmon-raising facility near the outlet of the LIttle River into Penobscot Bay, Belfast, Maine. Approximately 5 volunteers, an employee and hired experts evaluated the effectiveness of development permits to prevent the degradation of nearly land and water enironments. Approximately 8 volunteers and hired experts evaluated the capacity of local utilities and infrastructure to support additional demands of the proposed RAS facility.