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Maui Community
for a Clean Ocean because the quality of our water = the quality of life
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Hui O Ka Wai Ola (Association Of The Living Waters) is a group of water quality champions that is dedicated to measuring and sharing the status of Maui Nui's ocean water. Comprised of community member volunteers, scientists, supporters, and partner groups, Hui O Ka Wai Ola recognizes the value of a clean ocean for all of Hawai'i's residents, visitors, and natural resources. Our Mission is to deepen the understanding of Maui’s coastal water quality through science and advocacy to accelerate positive change.
The state of Hawai'i sets limits for pollutants that, when exceeded, inform us when our water quality is degraded. The Department of Health (DOH) Clean Water Branch monitors coastal water quality at stations around the state and is encouraging more partnerships for quality assured monitoring. That’s where we come in. Our group regularly measures coastal waters for pollutants that can harm our coral reefs and human health. We compare our findings with these limits and are able to inform our communities and decision-makers when our ocean water needs our kokua (help). Through our work, Hui O Ka Wai Ola offers Maui Nui a more comprehensive and timely understanding of its water quality, and thus, its quality of life.
The state of Hawai'i sets limits for pollutants that, when exceeded, inform us when our water quality is degraded. The Department of Health (DOH) Clean Water Branch monitors coastal water quality at stations around the state and is encouraging more partnerships for quality assured monitoring. That’s where we come in. Our group regularly measures coastal waters for pollutants that can harm our coral reefs and human health. We compare our findings with these limits and are able to inform our communities and decision-makers when our ocean water needs our kokua (help). Through our work, Hui O Ka Wai Ola offers Maui Nui a more comprehensive and timely understanding of its water quality, and thus, its quality of life.
Partners |
Hui O Ka Wai Ola is a partnership between the following organizations:
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Lab Partners |
The following entities provide lab space for Hui O Ka Wai Ola:
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Mahalo to our previous lab space providers, Lahainaluna Highschool and da Hawaiian store, and to HIMB for their support
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Supporters |
The following entities provide valuable funding and/or support for Hui O Ka Wai Ola:
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Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Charitable Trust, Restore with Resilience, Lahaina Restoration Foundation, Pineapple Properties Maui, LLC., 100 Women Who Care - Maui, DWJ Smith Family Charitable Fund, Austin Family DAF, Brad and Sherry Eichhorst Gift Fund, Barbara Savitt, and MANY other generous private donors
Photos: Header - Hui O Ka Wai Ola; Meet the Clean Ocean Team - Ananda Stone; Explore Maui's water quality - Kelly James; Become a volunteer - Namaka Lens Photography