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Don’t Let Rubbish Get Carried Away
Wind can carry lightweight rubbish far from where it started. Once caught by a gust, wrappers, plastic bags, bottles, and other items can travel through streets and neighborhoods, enter storm drains and waterways, and eventually reach the ocean.
Learning About Trash: Science Projects, Lessons Plans, and More
Trash is an everyday part of our life, from the trash cans in our homes, to the litter on our streets and in storm drains and the landfills in our communities. Being aware of our ʻōpala (trash) is an important part of environmental stewardship and that awareness starts with education.
Get Your Service Hours with Adopt-A-Highway
Are you a student who wants to volunteer or needs volunteer hours? Whether for personal motivations, community service requirements for high school or college, a school project, an extracurricular activity, or even for college applications, you can earn service hours with the Adopt-A-Highway program!
Plastic Free July and the Hidden Problem of Microplastics
Plastic pollution is a well-known, widespread environmental concern. To help combat plastic pollution, communities around the world participate in the annual Plastic Free July movement. Plastic Free July encourages individuals and communities to reduce plastic waste through simple, everyday choices to enjoy cleaner streets, communities, and oceans.
Drop Off Done Right
Heading to a convenience center or a transfer station? A little preparation can make your trip smoother, safer, and more efficient for everyone.
Securing Your Load to Protect Our Waters
Every day, debris falls from vehicles onto our roadways. Here in Hawaiʻi, everything that lands on our roads can quickly get swept into storm drains, and streams, eventually making its way into the ocean.
How to Dispose of Large Items
Did you know that a major contributor to landfills is bulk garbage?
National Cleanup Day
September 16 is National Cleanup Day, which originated from the aspirations of a group of avid hikers determined to create a positive impact on their beloved trails.
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.
Planet vs. Plastics
It’s Earth Month and this year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics! This theme is all about bringing awareness to plastic’s significant, long-lasting impact on our world.
Clothes and the Environment
People in the U.S. throw out more than 34 billion pounds of clothes every year, making textiles one of the largest contributors to our landfills.
National Beach Day: Investing in the Future of Our Coastlines
National Beach Day (August 30) is a celebration that reminds us of the beauty and importance of our coastlines.
Eco-Friendly Lei
May is the month of lei! Here in Hawaiʻi, making and giving lei is common practice.
Eco-Friendly Easter Tips
Easter is the perfect egg-scuse to gather with your family and friends for festive fun!
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.
Drop Off Done Right
Heading to a convenience center or a transfer station? A little preparation can make your trip smoother, safer, and more efficient for everyone.
Securing Your Load to Protect Our Waters
Every day, debris falls from vehicles onto our roadways. Here in Hawaiʻi, everything that lands on our roads can quickly get swept into storm drains, and streams, eventually making its way into the ocean.
Traveling with Trash
Our parks and beaches are special places where families unite, keiki play, and communities connect with nature. We bring meals, snacks, and toys – everything needed for a fun day outdoors.
How To: Make Your Own Reusable Bags
Have you found extra fabric laying around after trying DIY face masks? With beach season upon us, a great way to save the environment and your budget is to bring your own snacks in a reusable container. Enjoy making these DIY reusable bags to carry light snacks with you wherever you go.
Traveling with Trash: Trick-or-Treat Edition
Spooky season is here, along with all the fun fall traditions like haunted houses, carving pumpkins, costume contests, and trick-or-treating. While we are busy enjoying
Not All Trash is Created Equal
When it comes to protecting Hawaiʻi’s waterways and marine life, understanding what we throw away – and how it affects the environment – is an important first step.