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October 2018
Free Presentation on “Sunflower Farming: A Sustainable Model for Maui’s Former Sugar Cane Lands That Benefits Local Coral Reefs
Can fields of cheerful golden-yellow sunflowers be a model for creative and sustainable ways to use Maui's former sugar cane lands that also have a positive impact on Maui's coral reefs? Come explore this topic at a free presentation by Pacific Biodiesel at Maui Nui…
Find out more »December 2018
Free Presentation on Proposed Use of Oysters for Water Quality Improvement in Ma’alaea Harbor
The public is invited to a free presentation on a proposed plan to use oysters to improve ocean water quality in Ma’alaea Harbor during Maui Nui Marine Resource Council’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 5, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The presentation will be…
Find out more »January 2019
Free Presentation on Using Artificial Reefs and Other Offshore Wave Dissipation Techniques to Protect Eroding Coastlines on Maui
Join us at a free presentation on Wednesday, January 2 that will explore artificial reefs and other offshore wave dissipation techniques that could be used to reduce coastal erosion on Maui. The presentation is part of Maui Nui Marine Resource Council's monthly meeting series, which…
Find out more »February 2019
Free Presentation: “Wildfire on Maui: the History, Threat, and Our Collective Responsibility”
Did you know that the area burned each year by wildfire in Hawaii has increased by 400% over the past several decades? Wildfires have an impact on our nearshore ocean environment and coral reefs, which is why Maui Nui Marine Resource Council is hosting a…
Find out more »March 2019
Free Presentation: “The Other Side of Coral Restoration: Slow Growing Massive Coral Forms and Land-Based Coral Nurseries in Hawaii” by David Gulko
A land-based coral nursery that quickly grows massive coral colonies for replenishing degraded reefs is the topic of a free presentation at Maui Nui Marine Resource Council’s March 6 meeting. David Gulko, Aquatic Biologist IV and Coral Ecologist for the State of Hawaii Division of…
Find out more »August 2019
Dr. Steven Businger to Speak on “Severe Weather in a Warming World”
A free presentation titled “Severe Weather in a Warming World” will be offered by Dr. Steven Businger on Wednesday, August 7 at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center, as part of Maui Nui Marine Resource Council’s monthly meeting. The talk takes place from 5:30 pm…
Find out more »September 2019
Presentation by Dr. Paul Brewbaker: “Overtourism and Sea Level Rise: Some Economic Dimensions”
On Weds., Sept. 4, Maui residents and visitors will have the opportunity to attend a free presentation by Hawaii’s best known and most-quoted economist, Paul H. Brewbaker, Ph.D. and CBE, speaking on some of the economic dimensions of overtourism and sea level rise in Hawaiʻi.…
Find out more »January 2020
Free Talk by Duane Sparkman on “Preventing Ocean Pollution: Proven Alternatives to Herbicides and Pesticides for Your Home, Business and Landscaping”
Come learn about ways to prevent harmful ocean pollution by choosing tested alternatives to herbicides and pesticides for your home and business, and all of your landscaping, at a free presentation by Duane Sparkman, Assistant Chief Engineer and Landscaping Manager at The Westin Maui Resort…
Find out more »February 2020
Free Talk: Factors Contributing to Declining Humpback Sighting Rates
What are the factors contributing to the decline in observed sighting rates of humpback whales in Hawaiʻi and Alaska? Three humpback whale researchers will be presenting information on a collaborative study that is examining this question on Tuesday, February 4, as part of Maui Nui…
Find out more »March 2020
Public Invited to Free Presentation by Mark Deakos, PhD on ”Living Buildings and Communities” that Support Health, Restoration and Thriving Coral Reef Ecosystems
More development -- including more structures, homes, neighborhoods, and communities -- is planned for Maui's future. Is it possible to create buildings and communities that restore and support thriving ecosystems, including our coral reefs? Marine biologist Mark Deakos, PhD, believes it's possible, and will be…
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