Plans to transfer ownership of 2,400 acres making up the ‘Iole ahupuaa in Kohala to the Hawaii Community Foundation create a promising opportunity.

The ‘Iole Stewardship Center has been working to restore the ahupuaa for years. Now, teaming with the University of Hawaii and Arizona State University, the foundation has committed to operate the ahupuaa as a “laboratory” for the study and development of sustainability based on indigenous practices.

We look forward to the enhanced access and understanding that can be developed.