Conservation & Wildlife Response: Hawaii Marine Animal Response marked 10 years of rescuing monk seals, sea turtles, and seabirds, reporting 3,300+ rescues and warning that fishing gear entanglement, human-caused trauma, and disease remain top threats. Invasive Species Control: DLNR’s Division of Aquatic Resources says coordinated efforts to contain an invasive Manjano sea anemone in Kāneʻohe Bay are progressing, using tarps and chemical treatment while partnering with multiple agencies and community co-managers. Native Forest Health: Kauaʻi foresters and the U.S. Forest Service deployed a new tool against Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death—applying beetle repellent SPLAT® Verb to help slow the ambrosia beetles that spread the fungus. Marine Life & Public Education: Waikiki Elementary students helped name monk seal Kaiwi’s newest pup, “Anela ‘Auinala,” highlighting ongoing community involvement around wildlife protection. Agriculture Biosecurity: Maui officials confirmed three dead female coconut rhinoceros beetles from Waikapū detection traps and expanded surveys for feeding damage and potential habitat. Legal & Animal Rights: The Hawaii Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case seeking legal protections for Honolulu Zoo elephants Mari and Vaigai. Clean Energy Policy: Gov. Josh Green issued an executive order preserving Hawaiʻi’s 2026 distributed solar tax credit, aiming to protect investment decisions and support Oʻahu solar. Climate Watch: NOAA confirmed El Niño has formed and could reach historic strength, raising the odds of extreme heat and major weather impacts across the Pacific and beyond. Local Economy & Housing: A Mililani workforce housing project for teachers cleared its final environmental assessment, with construction targeted for 2027 and move-in planned for 2030.