Emma's Column
On Returning to My Islands There is an awakening moment, every once in a while, when I am staring up into a tree and then suddenly notice all the fruit hidden among the leaves. Every time I come back to … Continued
The DLNR's Response to Questions on its Budget
When Environment Hawai’i sought comment from DLNR administrator Peter Young on the budget cuts suffered by his department, we were asked to submit questions in writing to the DLNR’s public information officer, Debbie Ward. Here are the questions we asked … Continued
Land and Natural Resources Department Suffers Punishing Blows in 2005 Budget
How much does Hawai’i value its natural resources? If one looks to the governor’s 2004 budget message, it would seem that the administration of Linda Lingle places a high premium on protecting the environment. It was among the top five … Continued