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CVS Health invests nearly $35 million in affordable housing in Hawai'i

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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WOONSOCKET, R.I., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) today announced its contribution of nearly $35 million in equity investments towards the creation of two new affordable housing developments in Hawai'i. Located in Lahaina, Maui and Kapolei, Oahu, the communities will also offer residents supportive social and educational programs tailored to address their specific needs. In addition to other multiple funding partners, these investments support the state of Hawai'i's priorities in early childcare and affordable housing and exemplify the power of public and private collaborations.

Key Points: 
  • WOONSOCKET, R.I., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS ) today announced its contribution of nearly $35 million in equity investments towards the creation of two new affordable housing developments in Hawai'i.
  • In collaboration with Urban Housing Communities, Ikaika 'Ohana, and Hunt Capital Partners, CVS Health invested $17.5 million to help build 200 new affordable housing units at Kaiāulu o Kūku'ia in Lahaina, Maui.
  • With the addition of Kaiāulu o Kūku'ia and Parkway Village, CVS Health has invested $62.2 million in affordable housing across Hawai'i to date, highlighting the company's efforts to advance health equity by addressing social determinants of health at the local level.
  • CVS Health customers contributed over $2 million to our in-store fundraising campaign to support the Maui Strong Fund and the Maui United Way.

Simonpietri Enterprises Awarded Federal Grant for Fertilizer Made from Fire-Prone Invasive Plants

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Saturday, January 27, 2024
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HONOLULU, Jan. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded Simonpietri Enterprises LLC a $206,500 grant to conduct research on producing organic fertilizer from locally-sourced green waste and wildfire-prone invasive plant biomass.

Key Points: 
  • HONOLULU, Jan. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded Simonpietri Enterprises LLC a $206,500 grant to conduct research on producing organic fertilizer from locally-sourced green waste and wildfire-prone invasive plant biomass.
  • This grant provides crucial funding to demonstrate the viability of Simonpietri's idea to manufacture fertilizer in Hawaii from invasive and fast-growing plants like guinea grass and koa haole.
  • This competitive DOE low-greenhouse gas fertilizer research award demonstrates the strength and timeliness of Simonpietri Enterprises' vision for sustainable agriculture and clean energy in Hawaii.
  • Simonpietri Enterprises is committed to leading the transition to a regenerative local economy that benefits all of Hawaii's communities.

2U Signs 50 New Online Degrees with Six University Partners

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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LANHAM, Md., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the company behind global online learning platform edX, today announced it has signed contracts with six universities to launch 50 new degree programs under the company's 'flex' degree partnership model, with the majority launching in 2024. The new online degrees will be offered by four new 2U partners–Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU), King's College London, and Maryville University–and two existing 2U partners, Emerson College and University of Cape Town (UCT).

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  • The new online degrees will be offered by four new 2U partners– Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) , Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU) , King's College London , and Maryville University –and two existing 2U partners, Emerson College and University of Cape Town (UCT) .
  • "We have unprecedented demand for our flexible partnership model," said Andrew Hermalyn, President of Partnerships at 2U, the company behind edX.
  • Hawai'i Pacific University, a private, nonprofit institution on O'ahu renowned for its exceptional cultural diversity, is expanding its online program portfolio by introducing four master's degrees on edX.
  • Maryville University, a new 2U partner, will launch 47 online education programs on edX, including 28 undergraduate degrees, 11 graduate degrees, five undergraduate certificates, and three graduate certificates.

Blue Hawaiian Shifts Operations from Tourism to Helping Local Communities Devastated by Wildfires

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Saturday, August 12, 2023
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LAHAINA, HI, Aug. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, the sole helicopter tour company serving all four major Hawaiian Islands since 1985, has shifted its operations from tourism to supporting disaster relief efforts in the areas devastated by the wildfires in Lahaina.

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  • LAHAINA, HI, Aug. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, the sole helicopter tour company serving all four major Hawaiian Islands since 1985, has shifted its operations from tourism to supporting disaster relief efforts in the areas devastated by the wildfires in Lahaina.
  • With tourism operations temporarily paused out of Kahului Airport, Blue Hawaiian has partnered with Blue Hawaiian Activates hotel partners, Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association (HLTA), and Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA) to help the most impacted areas by transporting food, water and medical supplies from the Oahu and Kahului airports to the Lahaina area.
  • “Every single teammate across Blue Hawaiian has been impacted on some level,” said Koch, adding that all employees have been located and confirmed to be safe.
  • These wildfires have been devastating for all of us, but Blue Hawaiian will always be here for our families, friends, and communities.”

"The Big Build" - Mars Leads One of the Largest Coral Restoration Events in History

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va. and SULAWESI, Indonesia, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated successfully led one of the largest single restoration events in history, "The Big Build," planting 30,000 corals across 2,500 square meters, working towards the Mars Sustainable Solutions goal of restoring 1 million corals worldwide by the end of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va. and SULAWESI, Indonesia, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated successfully led one of the largest single restoration events in history, "The Big Build," planting 30,000 corals across 2,500 square meters, working towards the Mars Sustainable Solutions goal of restoring 1 million corals worldwide by the end of 2023.
  • As we build on two decades of dedication to coral restoration through Mars Sustainable Solutions, it's thrilling to witness the cross-sector, community-centered collaboration shown in 'The Big Build,' demonstrating that it is possible to deliver resilient coral restoration at a large scale.
  • For nearly two decades, Mars Sustainable Solutions (MSS) has been committed to coral reef restoration and is now leading one of the largest programs in the world today, with a mission to reverse long-term coral reef degradation.
  • The Big Build and coral reef restoration is so important to our Island as healthy coral reefs provide critical coastal protection and support the livelihoods and food supply for the Island."

"The Big Build" - Mars Leads One of the Largest Coral Restoration Events in History

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va. and SULAWESI, Indonesia, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated successfully led one of the largest single restoration events in history, "The Big Build," planting 30,000 corals across 2,500 square meters, working towards the Mars Sustainable Solutions goal of restoring 1 million corals worldwide by the end of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va. and SULAWESI, Indonesia, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated successfully led one of the largest single restoration events in history, "The Big Build," planting 30,000 corals across 2,500 square meters, working towards the Mars Sustainable Solutions goal of restoring 1 million corals worldwide by the end of 2023.
  • As we build on two decades of dedication to coral restoration through Mars Sustainable Solutions, it's thrilling to witness the cross-sector, community-centered collaboration shown in 'The Big Build,' demonstrating that it is possible to deliver resilient coral restoration at a large scale.
  • For nearly two decades, Mars Sustainable Solutions (MSS) has been committed to coral reef restoration and is now leading one of the largest programs in the world today, with a mission to reverse long-term coral reef degradation.
  • The Big Build and coral reef restoration is so important to our Island as healthy coral reefs provide critical coastal protection and support the livelihoods and food supply for the Island."

THE SHEBA® BRAND PARTNERS WITH KULEANA CORAL REEFS, CONTINUING THEIR COMMITMENT TOWARD A FUTURE WITH FISH

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coral reefs are dying and according to sources like the National Ocean Service1 and the Smithsonian Ocean Portal2, climate change is a large reason why. Besides the obvious harmful effects on the ocean's ecosystems and the consequent impact on fish — scientists predict that 90% of the world's tropical reefs will be gone in the next 20 years, threatening 25% of the world's marine life — it's also devastating to coastal communities. Without intervention, nearly half a billion people who depend on coral reefs for food, income and coastal protection may be impacted.

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  • That's why, during Coral Reef Awareness Week, with the help of Auli`i Cravalho, Hawaiian-born actress, singer and cat parent, the SHEBA brand is announcing its continued commitment to restoring coral reefs.
  • The brand is thrilled to bring their efforts closer to home, through a partnership with Kuleana Coral Reefs, a nonprofit organization helping to restore and protect Hawai`i's coral reefs and native ecosystem.
  • "More coral means more fish, and more fish helps maintain marine ecosystems here in Hawai`i, and around the world," said Alika Garcia, co-founder of Kuleana Coral Reefs.
  • We're thrilled to be able to partner with Kuleana Coral Reefs to maximize impact here in the U.S. to help ensure a future with more fish."

Borqs Technologies’ Solar Energy Storage Subsidiary, Holu Hou Energy, Signs Contract with Lendlease for Build-out of Island Palm Communities in Hawaii

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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The benefit is that the optimized PV and energy storage systems can meet 75-80% or more of the overall residents’ energy needs while not exporting power to the utility grid.

Key Points: 
  • The benefit is that the optimized PV and energy storage systems can meet 75-80% or more of the overall residents’ energy needs while not exporting power to the utility grid.
  • “This partnership further solidifies our commitment to developing sustainable communities using cutting-edge technology.” (See Note 1 below.)
  • “Congratulations to the team at Holu Hou Energy for securing this monumental contract with Lendlease’s Island Palm Communities.
  • This project is enormous in size, covering thousands of homes and has proven again Holu Hou Energy’s technological leadership.

Lendlease and Holu Hou Energy Sign Contract to Deploy Solar + Energy Storage Systems at Island Palm Communities

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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HONOLULU, March 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lendlease , a leading real estate and investment group that manages almost 8,000 homes for the U.S. Army on Oahu, and Holu Hou Energy (HHE), a provider of design-to-service solar plus energy storage systems, have signed a contract to install HHE’s HoluPower energy storage and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on homes at Lendlease’s Island Palm Communities .

Key Points: 
  • HONOLULU, March 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lendlease , a leading real estate and investment group that manages almost 8,000 homes for the U.S. Army on Oahu, and Holu Hou Energy (HHE), a provider of design-to-service solar plus energy storage systems, have signed a contract to install HHE’s HoluPower energy storage and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on homes at Lendlease’s Island Palm Communities .
  • The benefit is that the optimized PV and energy storage systems can meet 75-80% or more of the overall residents’ energy needs while not exporting power to the utility grid.
  • "Lendlease Communities is proud to partner with Holu Hou Energy on this innovative renewable energy project, which will not only improve the quality of life for military families at Island Palm Communities, but also contribute to a more resilient and stable electric grid in Oahu,” said Matt Lynn, SVP, Energy & Utilities at Lendlease.
  • The savings realized by Island Palm Communities through deployment of HHE’s systems is being reinvested to enhance the housing and amenities Lendlease offers to military families on the installation.

William S. Richardson School of Law Announces New Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex Program with 100% Online, Part-Time Format

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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HONOLULU, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Hawaiʻi's William S. Richardson School of Law has announced the Fall 2023 launch of a new part-time, online JD program for students seeking a legal education. The Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex perpetuates Richardson Law School's dedication to diversity by providing access to a top-tier law school for students from different locations and backgrounds through an innovative 100% online format.

Key Points: 
  • The Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex perpetuates Richardson Law School's dedication to diversity by providing access to a top-tier law school for students from different locations and backgrounds through an innovative 100% online format.
  • The Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex is one of the few ABA-accredited, part-time, 100% online JD programs at a nationally ranked law school in the United States.
  • Graduates of the Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex program will become Richardson lawyers - driven legal professionals, who operate with dignity, respect, and gracious civility.
  • Prospective students may visit law.hawaii.edu/onlinejd or email [email protected] for more information about the Hawaiʻi Online JD Flex program.