The evening was one of the best educational opportunities of the year. From food, water safety, energy and health to invasive species, green business, alternative building, public advocacy and civil defense this evening provided folks with what we needed to know about our island’s sustainability projects and practices.

2010 Sustainability Forum Presentations (Last Year)

Video shorts played between presentations.

DJ Red-One from Moemoea will provide the music.

Mati from Moemoea will provide sound engineering.

Renrick Tulloch, local energy physicist will direct multimedia audio and video.

Mahalo a nui loa to 2010 sponsors!

Title Sponsor - Fleming & Associates – Architecture & Planning Firm – Innovative design solutions from concept to reality.
Venue Sponsors
ARA Wealth Management Group, LPL Financial – to teach and inform our clients of the planning tools and vehicles available to them to better manage their business and personal financial goals.
Natural Investments LLC – committed to helping motivated investors create portfolios that reflect their own social priorities and concerns, generating healthy returns while cultivating opportunities to make a difference.
Green Power Girl and the Green Power Heros – were sent by Mother Nature to empower the humans with the incredible potential of nature’s abundant energy.
The Conference Center at the University of Hawaii at Hilo – The Conference Center provides comprehensive planning and coordination services for conferences, meetings, seminars and special events.
Chic Eco – Consultant, broker and sales for earth-friendly resources. Services benefit environmentally designed home, body and garden buyers with green business owner tools.
Martin Berger Attorney at Law – “Being a lawyer means dedication and commitment to only one person – you. That means I work hard, return all phone calls and take the time to explain everything in plain English.” -Martin A. Berger
LeiManu Designs - Incredible selection of custom crafted indoor and outdoor lighting.  Gas and Propane Torches Electrical Light Fixtures Installations Murals New Products Other Art
Netcom Enterprises - Technology Connects our World. Get Connected with Netcom Enterprises.

Although the official deadline for applications has passed (Feb. 20th), your application may be considered as a alternate. Additional panelists for the moderated panel discussion are also being considered.

To be considered as a backup presenter or panelist, please apply.

Click here for more details and to apply.

The presentation format is divided into two parts.

1. Each presenter will be given exactly ten minutes to give their perspective in their area of expertise at the podium. Multimedia presentations are encouraged. We can help you prepare. If you’ve got specific knowledge in a key area of sustainability for the island, we need to hear from you. 
2. After the last presentation, presenters will sit on stage for a moderated discussion. A moderator will share questions from the audience with the presenters for one hour.

• All presentation applications submitted before February 20th will be considered.
• Applicants must provide completed multimedia or slide presentation by March 2nd. 
• All applications will be reviewed and acceptance notes sent by March 9th. 

A short video will play before and after each presentation. Videos are also okay in your presentations. No sales pitches, looking for facts, come talk story with neighbors.

Consider the following topics of interest to attendees:

• Hawaiian Cultural Practices
• Renewable Energy / fuels
• Green Economy
• Egovernance
• Community Planning
• Food Security and Farming
• Water Supply and safety
• Health and Holistic Practice
• Education / Green Jobs Training
• Natural Shelter / Green Building

The evening will be filled with culture, music, public participation and with your help, a strong educational component.

Click the official event flyer at right to print, download and share.

Click here for more details and to apply.

Final presentation slots and panelists will be announced on March 9th. More information can be found here: http://greencollartech.com/hisf-presenters-home

We’re gathering the questions now. Use the form below to ask your questions. There will also be questions from attendees at the event but questions from the web are being considered first.

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Get in Free, Volunteer! 
Details here.

Speaker and Presenters!
Details here.

The Hawai`i Island Sustainability Forum is your chance to update the public on the current and future sustainability of our island home.

Hele Mai! Come share what you know.
Share your latest updates on current, island-thinking and sustainability efforts.

Last Day to Submit Applications – February 20th.

On March 20th, we’ll gather a few hundred island residents at the Palace Theater in Hilo, Hawai`i. If you’ve got some facts to share, this is your chance. 

Click here for more details and to apply.

The presentation format is divided into two parts.

1. Each presenter will be given exactly ten minutes to give their perspective in their area of expertise at the podium. Multimedia presentations are encouraged. We can help you prepare. If you’ve got specific knowledge in a key area of sustainability for the island, we need to hear from you. 
2. After the last presentation, presenters will sit on stage for a moderated discussion. A moderator will share questions from the audience with the presenters for one hour.

• All presentation applications submitted before February 20th will be considered.
• Applicants must provide completed multimedia or slide presentation by March 2nd. 
• All applications will be reviewed and acceptance notes sent by March 9th. 

A short video will play before and after each presentation. Videos are also okay in your presentations. No sales pitches, looking for facts, come talk story with neighbors.

Consider the following topics of interest to attendees:

• Hawaiian Cultural Practices
• Renewable Energy / fuels
• Green Economy
• Egovernance
• Community Planning
• Food Security and Farming
• Water Supply and safety
• Health and Holistic Practice
• Education / Green Jobs Training
• Natural Shelter / Green Building

The evening will be filled with culture, music, public participation and with your help, a strong educational component.

The official event flyer is below, right.

Click here for more details and to apply.