#hawaii water
Hawaiʻi’s Kaʻū and Molokaʻi projects receive federal funds to protect forests and water supplies
The US Department of the Interior has announced $41 million in funding through the Biden-Harris administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support 21 water and ecosystem health projects nationwide, including two in Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiʻi lawmakers, environmental groups ‘disappointed’ with DoD plans to appeal emergency order at Red Hill
Earthjustice and the Sierra Club of Hawai‘i expressed “deep frustration” at the US Navy’s decision to appeal the state’s emergency order to defuel the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.
Pā‘ia Waterline Repairs Underway
Customers from Spreckelsville to Kūʻau may have low water pressure or be without water while a crew with the Department of Water Supply works on repairs to an eight-inch waterline in Pāʻia.
Public Input Sought for Water Resource Protection Plan
The Commission on Water Resource Management is holding open hearings to solicit input on its update to the statewide Water Resource Protection Plan.
Rep. Gabbard Backs Legislation that Funds Hawai‘i’s Water Infrastructure
The legislation also provides $62.5 million for small river and harbor improvement projects in Hawai‘i and Pacific island territories.
Maui County Launches Storm Water Webpage
The County of Maui website has a new page devoted to storm water, including the County’s stormwater management plan for the Kahului-Pāʻia Urbanized Area.
Program Offers Free Energy-Saving Kits for Earth Month
Participants can choose from one of two kits (limit one of either kit per ratepayer)—the Water and Energy Saver Kit or the Negawatt Kit.
Interview of State Water Commission Applicants Begins
The Nominating Committee for the State Commission on Water Resource Management begins interviews of applicants today for an open position on the commission.
