What can we learn from it? On this episode of Energy 808: The Cutting Edge, Mina Morita and Jay Fidell talk about the recovery situation on Kauai as well as lessons learned. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guest for this episode is Mina Morita. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet […]
Reducing Vulnerability to Climate Hazards (Research In Manoa)
The Role of the Pacific ENSO Applications Climate Center (PEAC) The Role of the Pacific ENSO Applications Climate Center (PEAC) in Reducing Vulnerability to Climate Hazards: Experience from the US-Affiliated Pacific Islands . We would like to talk about the forecast, warning, and response experience of PEAC that has been helping the small island countries […]
Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards (Hawaii State of Clean Energy)
Retrospective on Hurricane Lane, and the possibility of another storm. In a continuation of the Homeowner’s Guide episode, Dennis Hwang and John Bravender join the Hawaii, State of Clean Energy panel to look at ways to stay prepared for a natural disaster. The hosts for this episode are Maria Tome and Jay Fidell. The guests […]
What Happened with Lane? (Research in Manoa)
Lessons learned from Hurricane Lane On this episode of Community Matters, Dennis Hwang, John Bravender, and Jay Fidell cover to some extent, how lucky we were and how people need to prepare still, even though Lane is gone. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guests for this episode are Dennis J. Hwang […]
Designing Hurricane-Resilient PV Systems
Protecting Our Energy The 2017 hurricanes brought sustained wind speeds of over 180 miles per hour to many Caribbean islands… some PV systems survived virtually unscathed while others suffered extensive damage. Hear first-hand from the author of the report about similarities between the failed systems… and (even more importantly) design and installation practices for the […]
What’s New at Hawaiian Electric and Prepping for Hurricane Season (Hawaii, State of Clean Energy)
The approach of Hurricane Hector last week was both a distraction and a reminder. Catching up with energy news, we’ll get an update from Hawaiian Electric on what they’re looking for in additional renewable energy projects on the islands of Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Hawaii (deadline for the new request for information is September […]
Resilient Oahu (Hawaii, State of Clean Energy)
Climate Change, Sustainability & Resiliency. Rocky Mould, Energy Program Manager at the Office of Climate Change, Sustainability & Resiliency, City and County of Honolulu joins Jay and Maria to talk more about the Hawaii’s energy future. The hosts for this episode are Jay Fidell and Maria Tome. The guests for this episode are Rocky Mould […]
Climate Science and Data with VoLo Foundation (ThinkTech on OC16)
New Episode Every Sunday at 10:30pm HST RB Kelly and David Vogel take a look at VoLo Foundation, whose mission is to accelerate change and global impact by supporting science-based climate solutions, enhancing education, and improving health. David explains the history and mission of the organization, how global warming is impacting our environment using open […]
Sea Level Rise Report (Hawaii, State Of Clean Energy)
Sustainability, Climate Change, Adaptation and Mitigation. This week on Hawaii, State of Clean Energy, Dr. Romine joins Maria and Jay to talk about a report on sea level rise and what it means for Hawaii in the future. The hosts for this episode are Jay Fidell and Maria Tome. The guest for this episode is […]
Trees for Honolulus Future (Out and About)
Components will include what is Trees for Honolulu’s Future, what is its mission, what are its core functions, programs and services, how can we get involved and volunteer or donate. Special focus on the upcoming conference on Friday, March 9th with Lessons shared from successful urban forestry programs, including Ian Shears, Melbourne Urban Forestry. Tools […]