HONOLULU (AP) — The federal government is giving the University of Hawaii $6 million for biofuels research. $6M award for biofuels study ADVERTISING HONOLULU (AP) — The federal government is giving the University of Hawaii $6 million for biofuels research.
$6M award for
biofuels study
HONOLULU (AP) — The federal government is giving the University of Hawaii $6 million for biofuels research.
The U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Energy announced the award Wednesday, saying the Hawaii investment will drive more efficient biofuels production and feedstock improvements.
The project involves grass production in Hawaii so that harvest and processing can be compatible with biochemical conversion to jet fuel and diesel.
The federal government is also providing $10 million for eight genetic research projects aimed at improving biofuel feedstock and more efficient, cost-effective energy production.
$2M to help protect oceans
HONOMU, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii’s congressional delegation says the University of Hawaii will receive $2 million in federal grants to monitor and protect the marine environment in the islands and in the western Pacific.
The grants administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration include nearly $450,000 to help fisheries agencies supply fisheries data to researchers and managers.
More than $350,000 will support the management of coral reefs in the western part of the Pacific Ocean. Some $330,000 will fund the gathering of information on how catch limits and other policies used to manage fisheries affect communities.
Beach business ban is vetoed
KAILUA, Oahu (AP) — The mayor has vetoed a bill to extend the weekend ban on commercial activities at Kailua and Kalama beach parks.
Mayor Peter Carlisle said Wednesday a total ban might make good sense but that it would be better to pursue islandwide rules.
The city council recently approved the bill, 7-2. Based on that margin, Carlisle says it’s likely the council will override his veto.
Many local residents have expressed support of extending the ban to weekdays, saying they don’t want their community to turn into Waikiki.
Opponents of the bill say it would hurt those who rely on the beach for their livelihoods.
The ban would include businesses such as water sports classes and recreational stops by tour companies.
