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Hawaiian Telcom has announced a goal of cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030! The goal aligns with Science-Based Target guidelines for Information and Communication Technology companies. More at bit.ly/3G9J6L0. #climateaction

As world leaders gather in Egypt for #COP27, one big question to be discussed is who's liable for climate change destruction? Listen at n.pr/3TevO2Q. #climatecrisis

The City and County of HNL is finalizing improvement plans for Ala Wai Blvd., including a protected 2-way bikeway, curb extensions, enhanced lighting, and additional pedestrian crossings. Learn more or submit comments before Dec 16 at: lnkd.in/gce__kv #completestreets

Interesting study being done by @uhmanoa's Climate Resilience Collaborative using drones to monitor impacts to the beaches of Waikiki, including chronic erosion and sea level rise. bit.ly/3NACV4h. #sealevelrise

As intensifying coastal erosion and sea level rise threaten to wash North Shore homes into the ocean, a group of local residents, scientists, nonprofit leaders and lawmakers has released a new plan to address the situation. More at bit.ly/3NBqTrG. #sealevelrise

Kailua-based and women-owned business, Simonpietri Enterprises, has received $1.6 million to generate clean hydrogen fuel out of construction and demolition waste! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 More at bit.ly/3h3uuSN. #hydrogen #localaction #climateaction

HIDOE awarded nearly $5 million to begin electrifying school bus fleet! ⚡️ More at bit.ly/3zBvuUS. #EV #electricbus #DriveElectricHawaii

“This idea, to make fuel out of construction and demolition debris rather than stick it in the ground, was born here in Hawaii to solve Hawaii problems,' Joelle Simonpietri, president of Simonpietri Enterprises, said in a statement. bizjournals.com/pacific/inno/s…

The @CountyofMaui will be implementing energy, water, and fuel saving measures that will save an estimated $73 million over the next 20 years! 🌎 This is awesome news as we continue the celebration of National Energy Awareness Month. bit.ly/3VM44F0. #energyefficiency

This bill makes Kauaʻi one of the first counties in the nation to commit to using scientific model projections as the basis for construction and planning, thus prioritizing the safety and resilience of communities and infrastructure. bit.ly/3CP8AtO #sealevelrise

There's a ⚡️buzz⚡️ at Blue Planet! We're just a few months away from announcing a new, refined strategic plan, and we're looking for two new roles to help us scale our impact: ➡️​ Growth Communications Manager ➡️​ Policy Analyst Learn more and apply at: lnkd.in/gU-Atab

Want to electrify your ride? 🛴🚲🛵🚙⚡️ Join us on Sat (9/24), 12-5pm at @KaMakanaAlii in Kapolei to learn about all the ways to move electric! Test drive EVs from BMW of Honolulu and @arcimoto, check out the new electric Ford F-150 Lightning, enter our free raffle, and more!

Application deadline for the paid Clean Transportation Intern position has been extended to Tues (9/6) at 5pm. $15/hr for undergrads and $18/hr for graduate students. Apply today at bit.ly/3TDEWiK. #cleantransportation #mobility

Join USGBC Hawaii at Build + Buy Green on 9/23 in Honolulu for a day of education & tours focused on bringing better buildings & better lives to all of Hawaii. Register today at bit.ly/3SY4eI3.

Today marks the first day that we are no longer burning coal for electricity in Hawaii! 🌎🙌🏽 You can visit IslandPulse.org to view Oahu’s energy use in real-time, and to see where that energy is coming from. ☀️💨♻️🛢

“It’s just summer.” 🙄 twitter.com/BestForBritain…

Three takeaways from the Inflation Reduction Act bit.ly/3QKp6AS. 🌎 Photo: Markus Spiske on Unsplash

The largest investment ever in clean energy and climate by the U.S. was made with the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act! Here's a closer looks at what is included in regards to climate, clean energy, and electric vehicles. 🌎

If you missed the livestream of the 2022 Climate & Energy Candidate Forum, watch a replay of this important and timely conversation on climate and clean energy with candidates for Governor and Lt. Governor at lnkd.in/g-u94spH 🌎 Also, don’t forget to vote by this Sat ✅

@406Llama @Eco1stArt @CountyofMaui @MyHawaiiEnergy These students are helping to pass impactful climate legislation that the community wants and supports. And they're learning skills and making connections that will help them continue to be changemakers beyond the Climate Crew program.

Currently accepting applications to our next Climate Crew Cohort! High school students on Molokai, Lanai, and Maui can apply at HawaiiClimateCrew.org before September 2, 2022. #ClimateCrew #ClimateCrewHawaii #ClimateAction