#Stewardship
Breakthroughs outlined in 2025 National Oceanic and Atmospheric science report
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration led no shortage of scientific breakthroughs in 2025: from launching satellites with new instruments to advance space weather observations to deploying unmanned systems for critical data that could improve hurricane forecasts.
Ocean Stewardship Fee now in place; expected to generate up to $5M annually for restoration and outreach projects
At the start of 2024, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources implemented an Ocean Stewardship Fee Program to help fund projects to protect marine resources. The Aloha I Ke Kai program collects a one dollar fee from passengers and customers that board boats with commercial use permits.
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.
Kula Community Association hosting meeting about land management to prevent fires
The Kula Community Association meeting will explore ways to better manage Upcountry lands to both prevent wildfires and to contain those that get started.
Mālama ʻĀina Project: First Phase – sets roots for ecological restoration in Lahaina
The Mālama ‘Āina Project’s primary goals are to heal, empower, and inspire the community while restoring proper ecology in the foothills above Lahaina. The project seeks to reduce the likelihood of wildfires and give back to the community.
Regenerative Tourism Conference takes place Aug. 8-9
The public is invited to attend the conference portion, “Regenerative Tourism: Innovations and Pathways for a Sustainable Future,” on Aug. 8 and 9.
Update of UH Maunakea management plan goes to state for final approval
The UH Board of Regents on May 19 unanimously approved an update to the comprehensive management plan of Maunakea land managed by UH.
UH Board of Regents approves Thirty Meter Telescope Project on Mauna Kea
The UH Board of Regents yesterday approved the Thirty Meter Telescope Project for Mauna Kea, that when built, will be the largest and most advanced telescope in the world. The project now goes to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources for a conservation district use permit. “The Thirty Meter Telescope will take us […]
$45,000 in Maui grants helps cultural and environmental efforts
Two Maui groups will benefit from thousands of dollars in grant funding from the county for cultural and environmental conservation efforts. The funds include $10,000 to Na Mamo O Mu’olea for stewardship and education projects in the remote East Maui region; and $35,000 to the Tri-Isle Resource Conservation and Development Council to be used in […]
