AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWaste Reduction: Hilo’s Hoʻi program launches Nov. 9, letting customers borrow stainless-steel takeout containers and return them at collection bins for cleaning and reuse. Land Stewardship: The Army wants to end or reduce leases on state lands, including Makua and parts of Pohakuloa, ahead of their 2029 expiration; Makua’s return will require decisions on cleanup and future use. Power Resilience: The Public Utilities Commission is gathering public feedback on Hawaiian Electric’s reliability after storm outages left parts of Kaʻū without power for weeks. Climate Accountability: Hawaiʻi groups and lawmakers are opposing federal bills that could shield oil companies from climate-damage lawsuits. Forest Care: Arbor Day Hawaiʻi events this month will offer free trees, plantings and tree-care activities across the islands. Wildlife Recovery: NOAA awarded $8.5 million to restore Tern Island, where rising seas, storms and wildlife threaten important seabird nesting grounds.
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