UH to develop Pacific Islands climate-resilient, food innovation network
The initiative could eventually be eligible for another NSF award of up to $160 million.
$3.5M grant for limu research center at Windward CC
Limu (algae) research and jobs expected to be generated with a new $3.5 million grant.
$5.1M aims to find solutions to critical marine debris problem
The funding will primarily focus on derelict fishing gear—abandoned, lost or discarded—which devastates threatened and endangered species.
Waikīkī resilience, sea-level rise adaptation receives $350K boost
The UH Community Design Center and its project partners were awarded $350,000 to develop a framework for future Waikīkī resilience and a sea-level rise adaptation plan.
Cesspool conversion tool for homeowners, policymakers launches
A user-friendly webpage to help homeowners and policymakers address the critical issues surrounding Hawaiʻi’s estimated 83,000 cesspools is now publicly available.
Innovative place-based education at UH Mānoa receives $495K boost
The first week of the course focuses on the Heʻeia ahupuaʻa, while the second week connects students with other communities undertaking biocultural restoration.
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant director elected president of national association
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant Director Darren T. Lerner has been elected president of the Sea Grant Association.
Waikīkī fecal bacteria, north shore resilience research part of $8.1M award
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant faculty will lead projects to improve coastal water quality in Waikīkī and assist communities on the North Shore to adapt to climate change.
Hawaiʻi congressional delegation secures millions for UH programs
The funds are part of the $1.7-trillion federal government omnibus funding bill for fiscal year 2023.
Designing for future Waikīkī with sea-level rise earns honors
UH research “Envisioning Sea Level Rise Adaptation in Waikiki, Hawaiʻi,” received an honorable mention at the AIA Honors and Design Awards.
