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Kona’s Kaiden Lieto following in dad’s footsteps, seeking Ironman world title despite brain surgery
Kaiden Lieto, 21, of Kona reflects on his journey to compete in the Ironman World Championship in October and where he goes from here.
Hawai‘i Island’s technology park celebrates 50 years of researching renewable ocean energy
Hawai‘i Ocean Science Technology Park is celebrating 50 years since its creation with an open house.
Business Monday: Kona aquafarm raising tasty abalone with sustainable operation powered by deep ocean water
Big Island Abalone was founded in 1988 and is currently owned by KOWA since 2018. Now, it annually produces 100 tons of the delicacy, making it one of the largest commercial operations in the United States.
There are more ways to diversify Hawai‘i Island economy compared to all counties in state, UHERO report reveals
In a tourism-concentrated economy, University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization, also known as UHERO, released the report Tuesday, which looks at ways the state could diversify as tourism revenue has shown inconsistent and slow growth for the past 30 years.
Kanaloa Octopus Farm no longer operating out of Hawai‘i Ocean Science Technology Park
Once accused of being a petting zoo for illegally acquired day octopuses, the Kanaloa Octopus Farm has shut down its West Hawai‘i research facility.
Coral nursery under construction in Kona for program to save West Hawai‘i’s reefs
For 120 miles along the West Hawaiʻi coastline, from ‘Upolu Point to South Point, fragments of coral large and small are broken every day by big winter swells, rising ocean temperatures, illegal anchor drops, and legal and illegal moorings.
Kanaloa Octopus Farm in West Hawaiʻi receives cease and desist letter from state
On Jan. 6, Kanaloa Octopus Farm was sent the letter, which said the state’s Division of Aquatic Resources learned the facility “is propagating Octopus cyanea and attempting to rear juvenile individuals.” Without a permit, even the temporary possession of Octopus cyanea specimens less than one pound in weight (including newly hatched larvae) is unlawful.
Local Algae May Prove Key to Slashing Livestock Methane Emissions
A tiny lab situated on the Kona Coast could hold the key to naturally reducing massive methane emissions from livestock around the world.
Keahole Center for Sustainability to Reopen to Public Tours
Keahole Center for Sustainability, the nonprofit providing guided, public tours at NELHA’s Hawai‘i Ocean and Science Technology Park (HOST) is resuming public tours starting Nov. 18.
Zero Waste Big Island to Gather in Kona
Zero Waste Big Island is a grassroots, community-driven environmental group that generates and shares strategies to minimize waste production in everyday life.
Workshop for Business Owners, Investors Coming Up
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center will be offering a workshop for business owners and investors next week.
Ocean Energy, Economic Symposium Set at NELHA
The 10th Ocean Energy and Economic Development Symposium and Workshop is Nov. 8-9 at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority.
Big Island Veterans Resource Fair Announced
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a Town Hall and Resource Fair Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
SBDC Offers Small Business Workshop on Savings, Energy Sector
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a new workshop on how companies can become more profitable via the energy sector.
Gov. Ige Releases Funding for Big Island Renewable Energy System Upgrades
Gov. David Ige has released $1.85 million in construction funds for improvements and upgrades to the sea water system renewable energy equipment at NELHA.
Business Plan Workshop to be Held in Kona
Learn how to develop a focused mission, marketing strategy, and to manage expenses, sales and staff.
Big Island Coffee Roasters Wins $25,000 in 2018 HIplan Competition
Farmers who developed a new way to enjoy coffee are savoring the sweet taste of success after creating a buzz among the judges of an entrepreneurial competition.
Discussions on Electric Utility Ownership & Regulatory Models
Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, is undertaking a study on the future of electric utility ownership and regulatory models in Hawai‘i.
WORKSHOP: HR and Benefits Essentials
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center and NELHA will hold a workshop on HR and Benefits Essentials.
