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Hawaii is an island in the Pacific Ocean 2,000 mi (3,200 km) off the coast of the United States.. The majority of environmental issues affecting Hawaii today are related to pressures from increasing human and animal population and urban expansion both directly on the islands as well as overseas.
In Hawaii, the Hawaiian culture is closely connected to its environment and native species. Chants, ceremonies, hula, and other practices involve the use of plants (both native and Polynesian-introduced), traditional access to places of importance, and other activities that can be directly affected by invasive species.
Pages in category "Environmental issues in Hawaii" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Opposition to the telescope from residents in the city of Hilo, Hawaii were concerned about the visual appearance of the mountain and Native Hawaiians voiced concerns over the site being sacred to the Hawaiian religion as the home of several deities. Environmental groups and activists have been expressing concern over endangered species habitat.
Numerous plants have been introduced to Hawaii, and many of them have become invasive species. Invasive plants The following are some of the invasive plant species ...
Apr. 7—Hawaiian Electric contends that it faces an "extremely tight " supply of power at peak use periods, especially when production from wind, solar and hydroelectric facilities is lower than ...
Homeless people displaying mental health issues could be taken off the street against their will and brought in for assessment at a 3-month-old behavioral center in Iwilei if a new bill becomes law.
Environmental problems could impact the future of brook trout. ... The Bow River that flows through Calgary is a good example. The city’s sewage is heavily treated in the city’s plants, but ...