Is Fencing The Future Of Hawaii’s Native Ecosystems?
Great stock has been put into fencing off native ecosystems, namely watersheds, to ensure that the state’s terrestrial and marine resources are protected for the future.
What Seaweed Can Tell Us About Our Environment In Hawaii
Native limu, which is linked to Hawaiian culture as well as the ecosystems it supports, faces threats from coastal development, climate change and invasive species.
This Study Offers A New Way Forward In The Debate Over Feral Cats
To protect wildlife from free-roaming cats, a zone defense may be more effective than trying to get every feline off the street.
‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere. Hawaii Lawmakers Want To Ban Them
The class of chemicals known as PFAS could be banned from certain food packaging products and firefighting foam.
Waipio Valley Road Closure Prompts Community Organizing, Legal Action
The road closure, which took many by surprise, has provoked emotional divisions among diverse groups of people who use the valley.
Maui Resort, Earthjustice Look To Resolve Lawsuit Over Lights Injuring Seabirds
Jay Penniman, who manages Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project, is advocating for the creation of an islandwide seabird habitat conservation plan like Kauai has.
Saving Kauai’s Kalihiwai Reservoir Is An Expensive Problem
In a last-ditch effort, some farmers and wildlife enthusiasts are trying to raise funds to save this relic of the plantation era.
Honolulu’s Ban On Plastic And Polystyrene Containers Is On Hold For 6 Months
Food vendors can keep using plastic and foam containers, at least for a few more months.
Plan To Eradicate Mice That Attack Albatrosses On Midway Delayed Another Year
Federal biologists were confounded when they found Laysan albatrosses bloodied on Midway Atoll in 2015. The found the culprit — house mice.
These Environmental Bills Have Survived The Legislative Process So Far
Most of the bills proposed by the Environmental Legislative Caucus have died, with only five of 12 measures remaining.