http://hdl.handle.net/10125/2741 Fri, 24 May 2013 07:41:34 GMT 2013-05-24T07:41:34Z http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12444 The publication discusses three broad systems for sustainability (economic, social, and environmental) and the components and goals of sustainable development. Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12444 2006-04-01T00:00:00Z Cox, Linda J; Cusick, John http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12443 A study of hotels in three areas of Hawaii found that guests value the existence of open areas on their grounds. Visitors to Maui and Hawaii differed from those to Waikiki in that the former were willing to pay a premium for a room in a hotel with a large amount of open area. Sun, 01 Apr 2001 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12443 2001-04-01T00:00:00Z Vieth, Gary R; Cox, Linda J; Eastwood, Frank http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12442 Types, advantages, public and private benefits, and costs of growing vegetation to cover rooftops are discussed. Simulation aerial views compare Waikiki and downtown Honolulu with and without such vegetaion. Thu, 01 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12442 2007-02-01T00:00:00Z Kaufman, Andrew; Cox, Linda J; Miura, Tomoaki; Easterday, Dawn http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12441 Differences between "formal rationality," profit-based business decisions and "substantive rationality," value-based decisions to benefit the public are discussed. Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12441 1999-09-01T00:00:00Z Vieth, Gary; Cox, Linda http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12440 Oahu's Hanauma Bay is what economists consider a scarce, open-access resource, vulnerable to overuse. A survey of park users about nonresident fees was conducted. The effects of fees on reducing park use are discussed. Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12440 2001-07-01T00:00:00Z Vieth, Gary R; Cox, Linda J http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12439 Methods of collecting, handling, storing, and germinating forest tree seeds are described. Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12439 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Friday, JB http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12438 Analysis of the extent of undeveloped areas on the grounds of hotels and resorts in Waikiki and on Maui and Hawaii is reported. Cost considerations in enhancing these areas to appeal to the preferences of tourists for such spaces are discussed. Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12438 2000-10-01T00:00:00Z Foy, Jeanmarie; Vieth, Gary R; Cox, Linda J http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12437 HNRIS allows assessment of hydrologic characteristics, soil and weather, hazards of applying pesticides and fertilizers, sites for growing crops or raising livestock, and the effectiveness of natural resource management practices. The program is available for downloading. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12437 2007-06-01T00:00:00Z Meng, Quinglong; Liang, Tung http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12436 The Hawaiian ahupua'a system of managing the resources of lands and coastal waters is briefly described. Sat, 01 May 1999 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12436 1999-05-01T00:00:00Z Cox, Linda J; Swan, Sandy; Evensen, Carl I http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12435 This excerpt from "Growing plants for Hawaiian lei" examines the effects of early Hawaiians' spiritual beliefs and culture on their management of natural and agricultural ecosystems in the archepelago. Implications of these ancient practices for contemporary care of natural resources are developed. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12435 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Anderson-Fung, Puanani O; Maly, Kepa http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12434 Tourists surveyed at Honolulu airport mostly were unwilling to pay more for accommodations that had views of buildings screened by landscaping rather than unscreened buildings. Fri, 01 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12434 2002-02-01T00:00:00Z Foy, Jeanmarie; Cox, Linda J; Vieth, Gary R http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12433 Valuing inputs and measuring profitability of a long-term enterprise such as forestry can be difficult. This publication discusses the parameters, provides examples, and has an associated spreadsheet program. Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12433 2000-12-01T00:00:00Z Friday, JB; Cabal, Carol; Yanagida, John http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12432 With increasing interest in hula competitions in Hawaii, gathering of plant materials for adornment has begun to negatively impact some native forest ecosystems. A small survey explored conditions under which kumu hula (dance leaders) might consider alternatives to forest gathering. Growing plants in communal gardens or purchasing from commercial growers who might arise to service the need are suggested. Thu, 01 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12432 1999-07-01T00:00:00Z Vieth, Gary R; Cox, Linda J; Josephson, Margaret; Hollyer, James http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12431 The WTO defines sustainable tourism as that which meets the needs of present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing opportunities for the future of the tourism sector. Hawaii's tourism components (urban, coastal, nature-based, and eco-) are discussed. Systems for evaluating sustainability of tourism are described. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/12431 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Cox, Linda J; Saucier, Melanie; Cusick, John; Richins, Harold; McClure, Bixler http://hdl.handle.net/10125/2862 Information is given for 16 Hawaii-grown species, both native and introduced, of present or potential commercial importance. Descriptive notes include tree characteristics, history, size, and growth rates; the timber volume available in Hawaii; and accessibility for logging. Wood properties, including appearance, weight, shrinkage, strength, workability, seasoning, durability, and finishing, are explained with reference to well-known woods, and present and potential uses are described. An appendix includes technical data. Each species is illustrated in color. Thu, 01 Jun 2000 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/2862 2000-06-01T00:00:00Z Skolmen, Roger G