#compost

A bill encouraging the diversion of food waste from Hawaiʻi landfills has passed first reading in the state House of Representatives and has been referred for review to three committees: Energy & Environmental Protection; Water & Land; and Finance.

The recent finding of a dead coconut rhinoceros beetle on Maui has prompted calls for vigilance among contractors and landowners to prevent the accidental spread of invasive species. This appeal comes at a time when the urgent need to address impacts from the Maui fires may increase the introduction of infested materials from off island.

The Maui Department of Environmental Management reminds residents that Tuesday, Nov. 3, is General Election Day and the following solid waste services will observe holiday hours as follows:

Would it be possible for the county to make a compost making site? Sort of like a recycling program for the green waste on Maui.