Hawaii has had to deal with energy conservation for a long time–longer than most cities in the U.S. King Kalakaua was already very knowledgeable about electricity when he famously called on Thomas Edison in New York during his 1881 world tour. “[H]e asked very few questions, and appeared to be more than ordinarily familiar with the theoretical aspects of the subject,” reported … [Read more...] about We discuss sustainability, waste-to-energy facilities and free home energy kits in our 2015 MauiTime Green Issue
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New website lets you track Hawaii’s progress on sustainability goals
Hawaii residents who want to track how the state is accomplishing myriad goals in energy and resource sustainability now have a new online tool. Called the Aloha+ Challenge Dashboard, the website shows in clear, unambiguous numbers how the state is progressing on more than a dozen sustainability targets. “The Aloha+ Challenge is a statewide leadership commitment to achieve six … [Read more...] about New website lets you track Hawaii’s progress on sustainability goals
Hyatt Regency Maui Earns Green Certification
The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa recently earned LEED Silver EBOM (Existing Building Operations and Maintenance) status, which was awarded for its commitment to environmental sustainability. The Kaanapali resort is the first building in the state to be granted the LEED-EBOM certification. “We are so pleased to have been awarded the LEED Silver EBOM status in recognition … [Read more...] about Hyatt Regency Maui Earns Green Certification
MauiTime Best of Maui 2007: Best Definition of ‘Sustainability’ on Maui
EDIT PICK BEST DEFINITION OF ‘SUSTAINABILITY’ When rich and powerful land developers like Everett Dowling start throwing around words like “sustainability,” you better watch out. Definitions abound about what the word actually means, but the best definition we’ve found comes from Rob Parsons, our very own environmental columnist: “Sustainability is providing for current … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2007: Best Definition of ‘Sustainability’ on Maui