Part of Maui Nui Marine Resource Councilʻs "Know Your Ocean" Speaker Series Have you ever wondered why some people care -- and others seemingly don't -- about protecting Maui's coral reefs? Imagine if you could climb into their minds to understand what causes visitors and residents of Maui to be motivated (or not) to care for our reefs through their behaviors and actions. … [Read more...] about “The social-psychological side of why some people care about Maui’s reefs — and others don’t”
Science and Environment
Youth urged to submit innovative ideas in Imi Pono Challenge
Middle and High School students are urged to submit bold, innovative solutions to build a sustainable and vibrant economy for Maui County by entering the Imi Pono Challenge, Maui County Council Chair Alice Lee announced today. The contest, supported by the Maui County Council, will look for ideas that could be the genesis for a new invention, service, initiative, or … [Read more...] about Youth urged to submit innovative ideas in Imi Pono Challenge
Maui Economic Development Board kicks off their 2020 STEM Drive
Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) announces the kick-off of their first-ever 2020 STEM Drive, a benefit for the MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund. This online fundraiser runs now through August 15, 2020. Visit www.MEDBpathways.org. Donations received will go towards advancing MEDB’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs from kindergarten to … [Read more...] about Maui Economic Development Board kicks off their 2020 STEM Drive
Fishing Line Recycling Program Expands to 37 Sites on Maui
Interactions with nearshore hook-and-line and gillnet coastal fisheries are a primary threat to sea turtles in Hawaiʻi. Entanglement in gear can cause deep cuts that may lead to possible infections, limited movement, complete loss of a flipper, or death. To decrease harmful interactions between sea turtles and discarded fishing line, MOC Marine Institute established the Fishing … [Read more...] about Fishing Line Recycling Program Expands to 37 Sites on Maui
Sign Up for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The deadline is June 15, 2020, to make an appointment to participate in annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection event. The annual event is set for June 28, the Department of Environmental Management announced. The service is offered by appointment only. To make an appointment, call Cameron Chemical Corp. at 808-695-2999 before June 15 to schedule a drop off time. … [Read more...] about Sign Up for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection