Your Trusted Experts in Ecological Harmony

Our Mission

Keweenaw Ecological Innovations is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology and rigorous science to balance improving the human condition and protecting biodiversity, enhancing environmental stewardship, and reducing the impact of human activities on natural systems through a mission-focused, transparent approach.

Meet our Founders

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Jared Wolfe Ph.D.

Co-Founder, Chief Ecologist

Jared Wolfe is an Assistant Professor at Michigan Technological University’s College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science. His research focuses on the response of temperate and tropical forest wildlife to environmental changes, with a particular interest in bird molt and conservation. With over 70 publications and a significant citation record, Dr. Wolfe has secured over $4 million in research funding and serves as a scientific advisor to various conservation and academic organizations.

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Shane Oberloier Ph.D.

Co-Founder, Chief Engineer

Shane Oberloier is an Assistant Teaching Professor at Michigan Technological University, specializing in the development of open-source instruments. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, he focuses on creating innovative open-source hardware and software for various applications, including robotics and 3D printing. Dr. Oberloier is dedicated to advancing open-source technology through his teaching and research.

Expertise You Can Trust: Our Key Statistics

We are proud of our achievements and the difference we have made for our customers. Here are some key statistics that highlight our commitment to providing exceptional home services:

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Peer Reviewed Publications

With over two decades of experience, our team has been consistently improving society through their work in academia

10,000+

Hours in NGO Experience

Our team has spent extensive periods contributing to NGO related objectives

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Bird Strikes Prevented

Sky Shepherd Tech has been put to work, yielding measurable results

80+

Expanded Network

We have an extensive network of colleagues interested in solving ecological issues.

Collaborators

The work we do is supported in part by many talented collaborators.

Kristin Brzeski Ph.D.

Kristin Brzeski Ph.D.

Associate Professor, MTU

Kristin consults as a conservation geneticist, and wildlife manager.

Open Source Hardware Enterprise

Open Source Hardware Enterprise

Student Engineering Group

OSHE has helped develop and support technologies in the beta stage of development.

Michigan Technological University

Michigan Technological University

State University

MTU has supported our research efforts and launch as a business. Some of our services employ technologies licensed by MTU.