“Our goal is to remind negotiators that behind every policy decision are real people and real lives at risk.”

The tanks hold thousands of gallons of water so firefighters have a ready supply, especially in dryer and harder to reach areas.

Data shows that even in developed nations relatively sheltered from climate change, over 80% of poor people are exposed to at least one climate hazard, like drought, air pollution or extreme heat.

Big Island farmers want the state to tackle the Queensland longhorn beetle before it spreads to the rest of the state and wreaks havoc like the coconut rhinoceros beetle.

The honu has recovered from the brink of extinction, prompting some to ask if it’s time to give Native Hawaiians the right to resume traditional harvesting.

Collaboration has been critical in making progress on a key component of fire safety in communities across the county.

The state is lagging on renewable energy despite its net-zero goal.

The land board and DLNR staff have clashed for years over whether to let the practice continue. That might be changing.

Critics say an agreement between the state and a Japanese energy firm lacks details and could bind Hawaiʻi to using fossil fuel to produce electricity.

Progress has still been slow despite the promises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.