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Could limu power future biorefineries? UH project explores
A limu (seaweed) native to Hawaiian waters, Dictyota sp., is gaining attention for its potential to produce compounds that have high-value ingredients in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food processing, medical and dental industries. University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers are exploring ways to establish an Indigenous limu commercial industry in the islands using the second of two $150,000 Sun Grant Western Region awards granted to Samir Khanal of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources.
Public Utilities Commission hosts informational meeting about Maui’s electric grid, July 2
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission will host a hybrid informational meeting July 2 so that Hawaiian Electric can provide a presentation to the local community about Hawaiian Electric’s current operations and future plans for Maui’s electric grid. Hawaiian Electric’s presentation will include information on general timing and...
OHA names two executives to key leadership positions
HONOLULU – The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) has filled two more important positions on its executive leadership team. Kēhaulani Puʻu began her new role as chief operating officer on July 1, while Kuʻuleianuhea Awo-Chun began serving as director of education and culture-based learning – a newly created position – on June 17.
Destiny Look ’26 Wins 2023-24 Gatorade Hawaii Girls Track & Field Player of the Year Award
Congratulations to Destiny Look ’26 for being awarded the 2023-24 Gatorade Hawaii Girls Track & Field Player of the Year!. This prestigious award recognizes the nation's top high school athletes for their excellence on the field, in the classroom, and in the community. Destiny has been honored as Hawaii's best high school girls’ track and field athlete.
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