The Finger Lakes Institute:

Is dedicated to the promotion of environmental research and education about the Finger Lakes and surrounding environments. In collaboration with regional environmental partners and state and local government offices, the Institute fosters environmentally-sound development practices throughout the region, and disseminates the accumulated knowledge to the general public.

The goals of the Finger Lakes Institute are to:

• Advance, coordinate, and disseminate scientific understanding about the Finger Lakes environment
  
• Provide interdisciplinary training for the next generation of environmental researchers, educators, and policy makers
  
• Serve as a clearinghouse for environmental information about the region
  
• Enhance understanding of environmental issues by regional policy makers and the general public
• Construct models that integrate the economic and environmental impacts of specific economic development strategies
  
• Create and disseminate educational resources and opportunities at all levels

  These goals will be accomplished through four
  primary foci:

• Research
• Education
• Community Outreach and Public Service
• Economic Development and Regional Planning