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Spill highlights little-known molasses industry in Hawaii
2013-09-13 16:41:37| Sugar Industry News
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The massive molasses spill in Honolulu Harbor this week has placed a spotlight on a little know sector in Hawaii agriculture industry.
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Artist considers legal action against Hawaii Tourism Authority
2013-09-10 11:11:25| Airlines - Topix.net
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Hawaii Coastlines on Track to Lose 100 Feet of Beach
2013-09-08 00:31:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Environmental News Network: Hawaii is known for it's pristine beaches and it's 750 miles of coastline. However with looming sea water rise due to melting ice caps and climate change, a new study by the University of Hawaii shows the state is on pace to lose 100 feet of beach in the coming decades. According to the study, Maui beaches are most at risk as the sea-level rise is approximately 65% higher compared to the island of Oahu. While many beaches have been faced with erosion for years, predictions show that beaches will...
Hawaii beach erosion blamed on rising seas
2013-09-06 07:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
LiveScience: A building on the island of Maui, threatened by coastal erosion. Higher average rates of erosion on Maui are due, in part, to higher rates of local sea level rise compared to the nearby island of Oahu. Sea level rise may be the main force driving beach erosion in Hawaii, new research suggests. Shorelines naturally change through time as a result of many factors, including changes in sea level, ocean currents and the strength of waves, all of which control the amount of sand brought to beaches...
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Sea Level Rise Driving Shoreline Changes in Hawaii
2013-08-31 20:32:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Nature World: Sea level rise (SLR) is a primary factor driving historical shoreline changes in Hawaii, according to a new study. The global annual SLR average over the last century was roughly 2 millimeters, with previous studies indicating that this rate is now approaching 3 millimeters and may accelerate in coming decades, according to the researchers. These changes, according to the new report, are playing a significant factor in historical shoreline change in Hawaii and will likely only become increasingly...
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