Utilities and others are concerned that the same lawyers are representing multiple parties in a competitive bidding process.
Hawaii 2040: Climate Change
Civil Beat is exploring the effects of climate change in the islands and what is being done about it.
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Hawaii’s Push To Plant Millions Of Trees
Climate change, bureaucracy and goats are all complicating efforts to combat carbon emissions with more greenery.
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Why Hawaii Still Has So Few Electric Cars
Only about 1% of cars here are electric vehicles. Advocates say boosting that number requires mandating builders install charging stations at new developments.
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Fish Poop: Our Secret Weapon Against Beach Erosion
The uhu fish are “lawnmowers of the sea” and play a vital role in producing sand. But they’re at risk.
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Record Heat Thrusts Hawaii Corals Into ‘New Era’ Of Bleaching
The reefs have never had to endure such conditions. Marine scientists remain optimistic but warn that time is running out for society to step up.
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Report: Climate Change Is Hurting Oceans — And Us — More Than Expected
The first ocean-specific report by a prestigious international panel underscores the urgency of taking action now to reduce carbon emissions and limit global warming.
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Is This The New Normal? Hawaii Wrestles With Record Heat
Climatologists are frustrated by the lack of action in response to manmade global warming, but there are some simple solutions that could provide relief.
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Why The Growing Demand For AC Threatens Hawaii’s Renewable Energy Goals
Far more residents now have air conditioning to deal with a warming climate. But their increased electrical use makes the problem worse.
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With Sea Level Rise, The Fate of Hawaii’s Most Vulnerable Roads Is Uncertain
Climate change is already taking a toll on coastal highways. Some of those roads may eventually be abandoned to the rising seas, a top official warns.