Resource Management, 1999 - present

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What Is Sustainable Development?
(University of Hawaii, 2006-04) Cox, Linda J.; Cusick, John
The publication discusses three broad systems for sustainability (economic, social, and environmental) and the components and goals of sustainable development.
Value of Hawaii Hotel and Resort Open Area
(University of Hawaii, 2001-04) Vieth, Gary R.; Cox, Linda J.; Eastwood, Frank
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.
The Potential for Green Roofs in Hawai'i
(University of Hawaii, 2007-02) Kaufman, Andrew; Cox, Linda J.; Miura, Tomoaki; Easterday, Dawn
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.
Resource Use Decisions: Private Vs. Public Valuation
(University of Hawaii, 1999-09) Vieth, Gary; Cox, Linda
Differences between "formal rationality," profit-based business decisions and "substantive rationality," value-based decisions to benefit the public are discussed.
Sustainable Use Management of Hanauma Bay
(University of Hawaii, 2001-07) Vieth, Gary R.; Cox, Linda J.
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.
Seed Technology for Forestry in Hawaii
(University of Hawaii, 2000-01) Friday, J.B.
Methods of collecting, handling, storing, and germinating forest tree seeds are described.
Providing Open Area: The Costs to Hotels
(University of Hawaii, 2000-10) Foy, Jeanmarie; Vieth, Gary R.; Cox, Linda J.
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.
HNRIS (Hawaii Natural Resource Information System) for Windows
(University of Hawaii, 2007-06) Meng, Quinglong; Liang, Tung
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.
Managing Hawaii's Watersheds
(University of Hawaii, 1999-05) Cox, Linda J.; Swan, Sandy; Evensen, Carl I.
The Hawaiian ahupua'a system of managing the resources of lands and coastal waters is briefly described.
Hawaiian Ecosystems and Culture; Why Growing Plants for Lei Helps to Preserve Hawaii's Natural and Cultural Heritage
(University of Hawaii, 2009-00) Anderson-Fung, Puanani O.; Maly, Kepa
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.
Hawaii Visitor Preference for Landscape to Screen Buildings
(University of Hawaii, 2002-02) Foy, Jeanmarie; Cox, Linda J.; Vieth, Gary R.
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.
Financial Analysis for Tree Farming in Hawaii
(University of Hawaii, 2000-12) Friday, J.B.; Cabal, Carol; Yanagida, John
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.
Alternatives to Forest Gathering of Plant Materials for Hula Lei Adornment
(University of Hawaii, 1999-07) Vieth, Gary R.; Cox, Linda J.; Josephson, Margaret; Hollyer, James
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.
Achieving Sustainable Tourism in Hawai'i Using a Sustainability Evaluation System
(University of Hawaii, 2009-01) Cox, Linda J.; Saucier, Melanie; Cusick, John; Richins, Harold; McClure, Bixler
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.
Some Woods of Hawaii: Properties and Uses of 16 Commercial Species.
(University of Hawaii, 2000-06) Skolmen, Roger G.
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.

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