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Teaching Our Keiki Sustainability
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
DIY Microplastic Sifter
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Hawai’i’s Plastic Policies
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Updated Trash Free Hawaiʻi Website
The Trash Free Hawaiʻi website has a new look!
Low Waste Gift Giving: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Store-Bought Presents
Sometimes, the most meaningful gifts aren’t found on store shelves. This holiday season, discover five eco-friendly gift ideas that will help you celebrate sustainably while bringing joy to your loved ones.
5 Creative Ways to Use the Insides of a Pumpkin
Carving jack-o’-lanterns is a fun fall tradition, but it can also contribute to this problem of unnecessary food waste.
Caring for Your Car: Maximize Life, While Reducing Waste and Pollution
A significant amount of waste is produced during a vehicle’s lifetime. Metal, plastic and rubber parts, electronics, and chemicals all add up, especially with more than 1.1 million vehicles on Hawaiʻi’s roads.
Fix Your Leaks to Protect the Beach
A significant amount of waste is produced during a vehicle’s lifetime. Metal, plastic and rubber parts, electronics, and chemicals all add up, especially with more than 1.1 million vehicles on Hawaiʻi’s roads.
Tips for Eco-Friendly Commuting and Car Care
Did you know that your car-related habits, from driving to maintenance, can significantly impact the environment? By making small changes, you can reduce pollution, conserve resources, and protect our waterways. Here are some practical tips to make your commute and car care more eco-friendly:
Types of Trash Capture Devices
Across the nation, waste generation and littering has grown significantly over the past five decades.
Turning Waste into Materials for Storm Water Treatment
As overconsumption and waste production continue to increase around the world, researchers are developing new ways to turn trash into treasure.
Tips for a Sustainable Summer
What is a “sustainable summer”? It’s about enjoying all your favorite activities while making choices that are kind to the environment.
Eco-Friendly Lei
Lei can be made from a variety of materials, including recycled ones!
Trash or Treasure? Upcycling Furniture for a More Sustainable Home
Every household has that one piece of furniture that stands out amongst the rest. Whether a vintage find or a random piece that came with
Low Waste Gift Giving: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Store-Bought Presents
Sometimes, the most meaningful gifts aren’t found on store shelves. This holiday season, discover five eco-friendly gift ideas that will help you celebrate sustainably while bringing joy to your loved ones.
5 Creative Ways to Use the Insides of a Pumpkin
Carving jack-o’-lanterns is a fun fall tradition, but it can also contribute to this problem of unnecessary food waste.
How to Dispose of Large Items
Did you know that a major contributor to landfills is bulk garbage?
Sustainable Swaps for Plastic-Free July
Plastic Free July is a global movement that has inspired over 100 million people across 190 countries to be part of the solution to plastic pollution.
Trash or Treasure? Upcycling Furniture for a More Sustainable Home
Every household has that one piece of furniture that stands out amongst the rest. Whether a vintage find or a random piece that came with
DIY Microplastic Sifter
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
5 Creative Ways to Use the Insides of a Pumpkin
Carving jack-o’-lanterns is a fun fall tradition, but it can also contribute to this problem of unnecessary food waste.
Homemade DIY Kaleidoscope
Looking for a fun activity for the kids? Build your own homemade kaleidoscope with some simple household items and watch colors come to life!
DIY Paper Mache Globe
If you’re looking for a way to “travel the world” this summer, we’ve got the perfect DIY for you and your keiki.
DIY Garment Bags: Extend the Life of Your Clothes
We’ve all heard the term “fast fashion” – the production of inexpensive, trendy clothing designed to keep up with the ever-changing consumer demand (Good On You). While fast fashion may seem convenient, it severely impacts our environment.