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Community Resource Fair and Film Event to Address Climate Change in Hawai'i

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Residents of Hawai'i will have the opportunity to engage with local organizations and share their input on the state's draft Climate Action Pathways (CAP) plan at a Community Resource Fair and Film Event on Thursday, August 28. The event, hosted by the Hawai'i Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC), will feature interactive booths, panel discussions, and a screening of short films created by University of Hawai'i Cinematic Arts students.

Key Takeaways:

  • The event will provide information and resources on energy rebate programs, wildfire prevention, transportation alternatives, neighborhood cooling, and tree planting initiatives.
  • Community members will have the opportunity to share their input on the state's draft Climate Action Pathways (CAP) plan, which outlines strategies to strengthen Hawai'i's energy security, affordability, and well-being.
  • The Hawai'i Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC) will host a free screening of five short films created by University of Hawai'i Cinematic Arts students, highlighting themes such as local food production, ocean waste, energy security, and urban forestry.
  • A panel discussion with experts in the fields of climate change mitigation and adaptation will follow the screenings.
  • The event is co-sponsored by the KEY Project Community Center, which will provide food for attendees.
  • The event is open to the public and free of charge.

Statistics:

  • The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, at the KEY Project Community Center in Kane'ohe.
  • Over 20 local organizations will be represented at the Community Resource Fair, including those focused on energy, transportation, and environmental sustainability.
  • The Hawai'i Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC) is coordinating the event in partnership with the KEY Project Community Center and the University of Hawai'i Cinematic Arts program.
  • The state's draft Climate Action Pathways (CAP) plan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase energy efficiency in Hawai'i by 2030.
  • The event is part of a broader effort to engage with communities across Hawai'i and gather input on the CAP plan.

Sources:

  • Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
  • Leah Laramee, state of Hawai'i CCMAC Coordinator
  • KEY Project Community Center
  • University of Hawai'i Cinematic Arts program

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