Protecting Kaua?i forests from invasive species saves large amounts of groundwater
Increased groundwater recharge ensures a steady supply of fresh water, vital for drinking and other essential needs.
Scaling agroforestry supports fisheries, food production, cultural practices
The study calls on policymakers, conservation organizations and funders to integrate biocultural strategies into conservation policies and funding mechanisms.
New solutions-oriented publication spearheaded by UH alumna
Under Fujii-Oride's leadership, Overstory aims to add depth and context to the conversation rather than contribute to the overwhelming flood of daily news.
Persistent income, employment, housing challenges for Maui¡¯s fire-impacted households
The latest update, which covers the period from October 2024 through February 2025, provides new insights into ongoing recovery challenges.
Agroforestry key to Hawai?i¡¯s path to carbon neutrality goal
The study found that more than 370,000 acres of Â鶹´«Ã½¡¯s unmanaged agricultural land is suitable for agroforestry under current climate conditions.
Linguistics, library management, Earth sciences, more earn top marks for UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹
UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ was ranked in four broad subject areas and 22 narrow subject areas.
Construction defect litigation poses challenges for Hawai?i¡¯s housing market
The report reveals that construction defect cases have grown substantially over the past 25 years.
Federal cuts raise risk of Hawai?i economic downturn, UHERO forecasts
Together with other federal policies, this places the Â鶹´«Ã½ economy at risk of recession over the next few years.
Department of Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies celebrates 50 years
In 2007, there were seven women¡¯s studies majors. Today there are close to 50 WGSS majors.
Food insecurity a major driver of mental health challenges, study finds
The study analyzed data from 2,270 adults residing in Â鶹´«Ã½, collected in 2022, to assess the impact of socioeconomic and demographic factors on mental health.