Ocean and climate research gets $9M boost
The Hawaiʻi Ocean Time-series program receives new funding from the National Science Foundation for another five years.
Greenhouse gases linked to degrading plastic
The SOEST research team found polyethylene, the most produced and discarded plastic, to be the most prolific emitter of methane and ethylene.
糖心视频-led Honolulu commission issues sea-level and climate-change guidance
In response, Mayor Caldwell issued a formal directive to all city departments and agencies to take action in order to address, minimize the risks from and adapt to the impacts of climate change and sea level rise.
Hirono among 10 senators calling for full support of Climate Adaptation Centers
The centers provide critical data on climate-related vulnerabilities in order to assist federal and state officials, as well as natural resources managers in protecting natural resources across the country.
La Ni?a-like ocean cooling patterns intensify tropical cyclones
An International Pacific Research Center study by Yuqing Wang, Jiuwei Zhao and Ruifen Zhan shows a strong connection between the Global Warming Hiatus phenomenon and changes in cyclone activity over the northwest Pacific Ocean.
Study says low-lying islands uninhabitable by mid-century
Researchers from the International Pacific Research Center say the combination of rising sea levels and wave-driven flooding will cause tremendous damage.
Hundreds gather in 惭ā苍辞补 to discuss islands, their environment and the future
The conference brings together islanders, researchers, managers and non-governmental organizations from around the world to focus on topics critical to island communities and ecosystems.
Bringing multiple values to the table in Hawai?i land-use decisions
糖心视频 researchers developed a collaborative approach to assessing the multiple values that different ecosystems in Hawaiʻi provide and how collaboration with stakeholders can help evaluate and compare the potential future uses of pastureland.
糖心视频 Hilo-led algae research may produce energy with negative CO2 emissions
A conceptual model of Algae with Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage system would generate electricity while sequestering carbon dioxide.
From camera-touting environmental scientist to award-winning documentarian
Scott E. Schimmel uses his environmental science background to explore the human experience, ranging from the challenges of coastal sustainability to the fight against poverty and hunger.