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House Tourism Committee advances bills on responsible and sustainable tourism
The House Committee on Tourism has passed several key measures ahead of the First Decking deadline on Friday, March 6, 2026, advancing policies focused on responsible tourism, climate resilience, public safety, and economic diversification.
Green Fee Advisory Council to open public portal on Oct. 15, seeking community input
Beginning Oct. 15, 2025, the Green Fee Advisory Council will be accepting ideas from the public for projects that could receive Green Fee funding to implement.
Gov. Green announces appointment of Green Fee Advisory Council
The council will provide crucial guidance on how the newly enacted “Green Fee” funds are allocated to bolster Hawaiʻi’s environmental resilience and sustainable tourism.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority partners with Japan tour operators to promote responsible tourism
Japan tour operators HIS, JALPAK and JTB Hawaiʻi each received Qurator recognition, an official mark of excellence for Hawai‘i-based and -operating companies that remain committed to responsible tourism.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces cohorts to develop Community Stewardship and Regenerative Experience Programs
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA) announced the launch of its two newest Community Tourism Collaborative (CTC) programs: the Community Stewardship Program and the Regenerative Experiences Program. Modeled after the traditional regenerative water system of Hawaiʻi, these programs aim to support and enhance the efforts of organizations dedicated to revitalizing and preserving Hawaiʻi’s sacred spaces and creating sustainable visitor experiences.
Gov. Green signs regenerative tourism bill Into law
Senate Bill 2659, introduced by Senators Jarrett Keohokalole and Les Ihara, Jr. and championed by the Native Hawaiian Caucus in both chambers of the Legislature, incorporates a regenerative framework into the Hawaiʻi State Planning Act and the state’s Tourism Functional Plan – documents that guide the operation of state and county agencies – by expanding objectives and policies for the visitor industry.
Share Your Manaʻo on the Sustainable Development of Tourism, Aug. 15, 2023
The Hulihia Center for Sustainable Systems seeks community input on advancing the sustainable development of tourism across Maui Nui. Join the Hulihia team next Tuesday, Aug. 15, from 4-6 p.m. at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College in the Student Lounge.
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.
Public talk story session July 20, on the sustainable development of tourism
The Hulihia Center for Sustainable Systems seeks community input as they launch their new project focused on advancing the sustainable development of the tourism industry across Maui Nui.
Proposed tourism carrying capacity study gets early support from Maui residents
Pointing to Haleakalā National Park, the road to Hāna and other visitor hotspots around Hawaiʻi, residents during a state hearing Thursday backed a plan to study tourism carrying capacity for Maui and other islands.
Council Passes Moratorium on Building Permits for Visitor Accommodations in South and West Maui
The Maui County Council passed a moratorium on building permits for new visitor accommodations in South and West Maui in a 6-2 vote Friday.
Hulihia Initiative Aims for Complete Change Toward Clean Energy, Green Economy
The two-year pilot project – which in Hawaiian means “complete change” – aims for Maui County to have clean energy and transportation, food security, clean and sufficient water for the future, protected ecosystems, waste reduction, sustainable tourism, green employment and a green economy.
