Biodiversity Research Institute (BRI), based in Portland, Maine, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assessing emerging threats to wildlife and ecosystems through collaborative research. With a mission to advance environmental awareness and inform decision-makers, BRI utilizes scientific findings to address ecological issues. Their research capabilities include a wide range of areas, such as conservation and climate change, waterbird studies, offshore wind and the environment, and mercury studies.

From studying the natural history of loons to developing new technologies for risk prediction due to climate change, BRI's research centers are at the forefront of ecological research. Additionally, BRI offers various research services, including capture and sampling, contaminants monitoring, marking and tagging, surveying and monitoring, research laboratories, data science, veterinary services, consulting services, environmental services, energy permitting and compliance, and contracting mechanisms. With a global reach and partnerships with organizations like the United Nations, BRI plays a pivotal role in assessing threats to biodiversity and promoting environmental stewardship