Long-term observation
We maintain multi-year coastal and ocean records so slow-moving change is visible before it becomes a crisis.
Ocean, coastal, and climate systems science
Understanding the ocean’s role in a changing climate.
Calverne Institute is an independent research organization studying coastal systems, ocean observation, and climate resilience — turning decades of data into guidance that communities and agencies can act on.
2014Established
68Staff & fellows
9Long-term study sites
120+Open datasets & briefs
Mission
Science for resilient coasts
Calverne Institute studies how oceans and coastlines respond to a warming climate and helps communities, scientists, and public agencies plan for change with clearer, openly shared evidence.
Climate resilience
We translate physical ocean science into practical adaptation guidance for coastal towns, ports, and agencies.
Open by default
Our datasets, methods, and tools are documented and published openly for other researchers and the public.
Research areas
Where we focus
Our programs span ocean, coastal, and climate systems science. Each area combines empirical study, open tools, and practical guidance.
Coastal dynamics & erosion
How shorelines, dunes, and estuaries move under waves, storms, and rising seas.
Ocean observation & sensing
Sensor networks, floats, and satellite records that measure temperature, salinity, and currents.
Sea-level rise & flooding
Local projections and flood-exposure mapping for planning and emergency management.
Marine heat & ecosystems
Marine heatwaves and their effects on fisheries, habitats, and coastal livelihoods.
Adaptation & planning
Decision tools that help communities weigh coastal-protection and managed-retreat options.
Data & modeling infrastructure
Shared pipelines, models, and reproducible workflows underpinning all of our programs.
Recent work
Publications & outputs
Reports, briefs, and field studies from our centers and fellows.
2019
Baselines for a Moving Shoreline
A framework for establishing long-term coastal-change baselines at the town scale.
2021
Marine Heat and Local Fisheries
Observed effects of marine heatwaves on nearshore fisheries in the study region.
2023
Flood Exposure Mapping for Small Ports
Methods for producing local flood-exposure maps with limited budgets.
Plan with better coastal evidence
Work with our researchers and fellows on applied coastal and climate-resilience projects.