Latest sustainability & resources news and updates
Local developers and agricultural producers on Maui risk future development and operational water access constraints if they fail to integrate advanced watershed knowledge into their planning. A…
The accelerating spread of the two-lined spittlebug on Hawaii Island is now directly impacting cattle ranchers by degrading pasture quality and increasing feed costs, threatening operational…
A new centralized kitchen facility in Whitmore Village is set to modernize Hawaii's public school meal preparation, increasing the demand for locally sourced ingredients. Agriculture and food…
A $1.8 million award to the University of Hawaiʻi will fund accessible energy planning data, aiming to streamline future development decisions. Real estate owners and investors should monitor…
Oahu's agriculture sector is now fully infested with the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle, leading to significant crop damage and minimal state assistance for farmers. Immediate action is required…
The 25-year lease renewal for Kaheawa Wind Power I in West Maui ensures continued operation of a key renewable energy asset, stabilizing a component of the state's energy infrastructure. While this…
Uncontrolled spread of invasive beetles poses a significant risk to Hawaii's coconut palm population, potentially reducing yields by 10-20% within a year and impacting agricultural producers and…
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA) has allocated $450,000 to community-based conservation programs, signaling increased opportunities for collaboration and funding in sustainability-focused sectors.…
The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has announced only two weekends in February 2026 for permitted trolling, significantly restricting access for commercial and recreational fishers. Aquaculture…
The inaugural East Maui Water Authority community grants have been awarded, potentially creating missed opportunities for businesses not yet informed or engaged. Immediate outreach to the authority…
The recent detection of the invasive ramie moth on Kauaʻi introduces a new ecological and potential agricultural risk, threatening native plants like māmaki and their associated ecosystems.…
The unchecked spread of invasive stinging fire ants on Maui is forcing agriculture producers and landowners to prepare for significantly increased pest management expenses and potential property…
Lānaʻi agricultural producers and handlers have one final opportunity on March 24, 2026, to legally dispose of waste pesticides. Failure to utilize this program will leave operations non-compliant…
A recent public inquiry highlights potential future expansion of curbside food waste composting on Oahu, suggesting a possible shift in waste management practices. While no immediate changes are…
An intensive, hands-on workshop on industrial hemp for sustainable building is being offered Jan. 24-26 in Kula, Maui. This provides a critical, time-sensitive window for real estate owners,…
The United States' decision to not ratify the new high seas biodiversity treaty creates a less predictable international framework for ocean resource management and conservation. Tourism and…
A significant increase in reported invasive species, particularly the coconut rhinoceros beetle, suggests a growing threat to agriculture, real estate, and tourism assets. Businesses should prepare…
Hawaii's ongoing reliance on imported oil for its energy grid presents a persistent risk of price volatility and supply chain instability, requiring businesses to develop contingency plans. While…
A recent study challenging the efficacy of 'genki balls' for the Ala Wai Canal cleanup introduces significant risk to the project's timeline and funding, potentially delaying environmental…
The confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a native Hawaiian duck on Kauai necessitates immediate biosecurity protocol reviews for all poultry operations and wildlife-dependent…