When a state-of-the-art photovoltaic (PV) system was installed on the roof of the Ke Alahele building in the Maui Research and Technology Park, a unique opportunity presented itself for two Maui students to show what they could contribute. The PV system is linked to a sophisticated energy storage system, demonstrating the technical potential of cutting-edge […]
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Life Lessons In Sustainability
October 29, 2010
It’s lunchtime, and 18 middle- and high-school students are enjoying the sandwiches they made together on the shaded lanai at Hui Malama Learning Center in Wailuku. The discussion is about local sources of food, the benefits of buying Mauigrown produce. It’s agreed—the food is fresher, it tastes better, and it keeps our own farmers in […]
Gubernatorial Forum on Maui Goes National
October 20, 2010
There’ s good news for anyone that missed the live October 6 broadcast of the “Focus 2010: Gubernatorial Conversation” on Akaku Maui Community Television between Lt. Gov. James “ Duke” Aiona and former U.S. Congressman Neil Abercrombie. The forum, held at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center and aired simultaneously on Hawaii Public Radio (HPR) […]
Abercrombie-Aiona: “A Gubernatorial Conversation” Focuses On Differing Approaches To Government
October 8, 2010
The conversation was polite, if occasionally pointed, as Lt. Gov. James “Duke” Aiona and former U.S. Congressman Neil Abercrombie made clear they agreed on defining issues even as they differed on how state government can respond. The Republican and Democratic nominees for governor appeared Wednesday, October 6 in “Focus 2010: A Gubernatorial Conversation,” a forum […]
See You At The 88th Maui County Fair!
September 28, 2010
Maui County is changing and many of us wonder if there’s a way we can have a say in the process. There is. It’s called Focus Maui Nui. Focus Maui Nui is a voice, a plan, a vision for Maui County’s future created for and by the people who live here. People like you. Your […]
Focus 2010: A Gubernatorial Conversation
September 28, 2010
On Oct. 6, candidates Congressman Neil Abercrombie and Lt. Governor Duke Aiona will participate in a gubernatorial debate, entitled “Focus 2010: A Gubernatorial Conversation.” The 90-minute forum will be broadcast live statewide; and is presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and Hawaii Public Radio (HPR), with the support of Akaku Maui Community Television, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, and […]
Precious Water
October 21, 2009
Water conservation is something we all can practice. Except for the air we breath, water is the single most important element in our lives. It is too precious to waste. Here are some simple suggestions to help you save hundreds, even thousands, of gallons per month. Do one thing each day to save water. Don’t worry if the savings seem minimal, […]