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EPA protects orders closure of five cesspools on Maui and Hawaiʻi Island
The US Environmental Protection Agency announced multiple settlement agreements and one closure order involving the owners of Large Capacity Cesspools on Maui and Hawai‘i Island. Mani Makai Reserve (DE) LLC, Walter A. Taylor Associates, Inc., Konohiki Corp., Joshua A. Stone Trust and Amy M. Stone Trust have reached settlement agreements and will close their properties’ illegal cesspools in Maui County.
EPA addresses pollution violations involving wastewater treatment plants on Hawaiʻi Island
Today, the US Environmental Protection Agency entered into an Administrative Order on Consent with the County of Hawai’i to ensure pollution discharge requirements are met at the Hilo, Pāpa‘ikou, and Kula‘imano Wastewater Treatment Plants in accordance with the Clean Water Act. The three plants are located on Hawai‘i Island.
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation launches state’s first Environmental Finance Center
The Hawai‘i Community Foundation today announced the launch of its Hawaiian Islands Environmental Finance Center to support long-term water sustainability and water infrastructure resilience across the state.
US EPA begins hazardous waste removal work at Kula wildfire site
The US Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday began work to remove and dispose of hazardous waste from properties affected by the wildfires in Kula. Hazardous waste removal efforts in the Lahaina disaster area will start after search and rescue responders allow EPA crews to enter the area.
EPA announces $3M grant for climate mitigation planning in Hawaiʻi
As part of the Investing in America Tour, representatives of the US Environmental Protection Agency announced $3 million in federal funding to the State of Hawaiʻi for climate mitigation planning.
$4.9M secured from the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for Hawaiʻi
The grant will help Hawaiʻi purchase 25 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emissions vehicles.
EPA announces historic award of $31M in Clean Water funding to Hawaiʻi
“This historic level of investment from the federal government will be used to provide safe drinking water to residents of Hawai‘i and ensure aging wastewater infrastructure, including cesspools, is replaced to protect public health and the environment,” said Gov. Ige.
EPA: Waters Around Two Hawai‘i Beaches Impaired by Plastic Pollution
The US Environmental Protection Agency has found the waters around two Hawaiʻi beaches to be impaired by plastic pollution and ordered state officials to take corrective actions under the Clean Water Act.
Lawsuit Launched Over “Failure to Recognize Plastic Pollution” in Hawaiian Waters
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a formal notice today of its intent to sue the Environmental Protection Agency for allegedly “failing to protect Hawaiian waters contaminated by plastic pollution.”
EPA Awards Nearly $500,000 to Help Reduce Diesel Emissions in Hawai‘i
The funds will be combined with $316,494 in Volkswagen Mitigation Settlement funds and $2,511,239 in fleet cost-share to retrofit and replace old, polluting municipal diesel vehicles.
EPA Grant for Clean Air Projects in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health plans to use the grant to replace two diesel transit buses with fully battery-powered electric vehicles.
EPA Closes 10 Illegal Cesspools in Hawai‘i
The US Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement actions this year in Hawai‘i led to closures of 10 large-capacity cesspools and over $640,000 in fines.
EPA Administrator Addresses Red Hill, Hawai‘i Cesspools, Water Protection
The new EPA Region IX Administrator met with US Representative Tulsi Gabbard on Tuesday to discuss key concerns and environmental threats to Hawaiʻi’s people.
Hawai‘i First in Nation to Enact Law Banning Pesticides Containing Chlorpyrifos
Hawaiʻi becomes the first in the nation to enact a law banning pesticides containing chlorpyrifos. Governor David Ige signed Senate Bill 3095 into law on Wednesday, which completely bans the use of pesticides containing the potentially harmful chemical, starting in 2023.
Maui Rep. Yamashita Introduces Resolutions on Cesspool Problem
This issue gained attention when the Health Dept. released a report naming Upcountry, Maui as a priority area where cesspool upgrades are critically needed.
EPA Requires Closures of 19 Illegal Cesspools in Hawai‘i in 2017
The US Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement actions this year in Hawaiʻi resulted in closures of 19 large capacity cesspools and over $500,000 in fines.
EPA Helps Communities Grow Local Food Economy, Spur Revitalization
The EPA released a new toolkit to help communities interested in using local foods to support downtown and neighborhood revitalization.
Hawai‘i DOA to Receive $332,000 for Pesticide Programs
EPA awards $332,000 to Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture for pesticide programs
EPA to Aid in Molasses Spill Response
The announcement of federal assistance was made today by US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi, who said through coordination, damage to natural resources, marine life, and businesses can be minimized.
Hawai’i Federal Agencies Win EPA Green Awards
Three agencies in Hawai’i were recognized with awards from the US Environmental Protection Agency as part of its Federal Green Challenge Program.
