Plan for disruptive high-tide flooding by mid-century
This column on the rising sea level change in Hawaiʻi by Makena Coffman and Chip Fletcher ran in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on October 14, 2018.
Hawaiʻi land impacted by sea level rise may be double previous estimates
UH researchers Tiffany Anderson and Chip Fletcher say including the effects of waves and erosion expands vulnerable areas.
UH Hilo students’ climate change short stories published
A UH Hilo student has published an anthology of climate-themed stories written by fellow classmates that is currently available on Amazon.
Sea Grant TV series wins awards for coverage of sea-level rise and coastal erosion
The Voice of the Sea, now in its fifth season, promotes ongoing scientific and cultural work in the Pacific.
UH-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.
Research reveals how climate change may affect Hawaiian fishpond aquaculture
Results published recently in PlosONE indicate that there is a relationship between two periods of high fish mortality at Heʻeia Fishpond and changes in the climate.
UH Sea Level Center expands forecasts with new federal funding
$5 million from NOAA will fund research of vital topics such as sea level rise and coastal flooding.
UH Hilo student’s performance art addresses rising sea levels in his homeland
For his final exam in an introductory theatre course, Randon Jack did a performance piece about the threat of rising sea levels on his homeland atoll of Majuro.
Blending culture and technology to restore Hawaiian fishponds
With the goal of preserving Hawaiian fishponds, UH Mānoa faculty and students and representatives from 18 traditional fishponds across Hawaiʻi gathered to share resources.
Senator Brian Schatz discusses king tides in Voice of the Sea
Researchers and specialists explored the effects of sea level rise in places like Waikīkī.
