Voice of the Sea Wins Regional Emmy
The UH Sea Grant show's episode on Papahānaumokuākea marine debris cleanup earned the honor in the Environment/Science category.
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November 5, 2026
Shark-Watching Tours Boost Conservation ActionA University of Sydney study links shark-watching ecotourism to more conservation behavior two years later.
October 28, 2026
Hawaii Awards Pest Contract to Shizen ConsultingState officials signed a $1 million deal with the engineering firm for import risk assessments in June 2026.
October 14, 2026
Project Removed 147,000 Pounds of Marine DebrisThe Papahānaumokuākea Marine Debris Project concluded a five-year cleanup effort to protect reefs and local wildlife.
October 10, 2026
Historical Hawaii Beetle Introductions FailedResearchers found thirteen attempts to introduce Calosoma beetles to Hawaii between 1897 and 1957 failed to establish populations.
October 7, 2026
Hawaii Recognized 51 Sustainable BusinessesState officials honored local companies for significant resource conservation achievements.
October 6, 2026
Hawaii Coral Reefs Received Insurance PayoutsThe Nature Conservancy disbursed funds to restore coral reefs damaged by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell.
October 1, 2026
Hawaiʻi Settled PCB Contamination Claims with MonsantoThe state secured an initial $10 million payment from Monsanto, Solutia, and Pharmacia to address environmental damages.
September 27, 2026
Hawaiʻi Green Business Program Honored 51 Sustainable FirmsThe state recognized 51 businesses and events for their significant contributions to environmental sustainability.
September 24, 2026
NOAA Has Sought Research Vessel for Hawaii SanctuaryThe federal agency is accepting bids for a new vessel to support marine research at Papahanaumokuakea.
September 24, 2026
Council Voted to Develop Monument Fishing PermitThe Western Pacific Council initiated plans for experimental fishing within the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
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