The Maine Certified Sustainable Lobster Association (MCSLA) is an open collaborative effort between private and public stakeholders of the Maine Lobster Fishery. We are the people of Maine with the goal to ensure and promote the certified sustainability of the Maine Lobster Fishery. Working together with unity and purpose to educate industry participants, our communities and customers worldwide about Maine Lobster sustainability certification programs and initiatives.
Maine Lobster Sustainability Programs
North Atlantic Lobster (Homarus Americanus) - Our goal is to educate and guide our participating members about various certified sustainability programs that meet member needs for their respective customers. Available programs cover a broad spectrum ranging from free to fees to participate. Our purpose is to facilitate open access and participation among the following certification programs:
Monterey Bay Aquarium (MBA) Seafood Watch
NOAA - FishWatch
Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI)
Certified One for One Lobster
Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Maine State Certified (DMR)
Blue Ocean Institute (BOI)