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Conference Highlights
Keynote Speaker, Aroha Te Pareake Mead, Chair of IUCN Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy
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The 18th annual Hawai'i Conservation Conference attracted over 1,100 people with its various lectures, symposia, and other presentations focusing on the theme Pacific Ecosystem Management and Restoration: Applying Traditional and Western Knowledge Systems.
Conference Program
• Online Conference Schedule with Abstract Links
• Program Book (PDF)
• Abstract Book (PDF)
Catch some of the 2010 conference on 'Olelo:
• 9/21 11:30 a.m.
• 9/23 12:30 p.m.
• 9/28 6:00 p.m.
• 10/4 8:30 p.m.
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Hawai'i Conservation Alliance Awards
The Hawai'i Conservation Alliance strives to recognize achievements in the Hawaiian conservation community at all levels, from high school students to seasoned professionals. Each year the HCA presents a variety of awards, the recipients of which are honored at the Hawai'i Conservation Conference.
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Distinguished Service Award
Chuck Burrows, 'Ahahui Mâlama I Ka Lôkahi
Given to a person who has excelled by reason of exceptional service, personal effort, and unselfish interest, thereby making distinguished contributions beyond the immediate responsibilities of their position. This individual has reached the highest esteem within the conservation community and embodies the spirit of hope, the dedication of purpose, and the tenacity of firm belief that our native ecosystems are a valued component of our heritage and our gift to Hawai'i's children.
Distinguished Service Awardee, Chuck "Doc" Burrows
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Outstanding Leadership Award
Mark Fox, The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i
Given to a person who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing environmental conservation in Hawai'i over the short to medium term (several years to a decade).
Outstanding Leadership Awardee,Mark Fox |
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Conservation Innovation Award
Hawai'i Association of Watershed Partnerships (HAWP)
Given to the instigators or champions of a procedure that leads to significant advances to the structure or nature of environmental conservation in Hawai'i. |
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Student Awards
Each year at the conference, the HCA awards prizes to the top student oral and poster presenters. Monetary awards were sponsored by the Hawai'i Conservation Alliance and The Wildlife Society-Hawai'i Chapter.
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Conference Survey
If you attended the conference, please help us plan for the 2011 conference by completing this online survey. |
Announcing the 19th Annual Hawai'i Conservation Conference:
Island Ecosystems: The Year of the Forest
August 2-4
Hawai'i Convention Center, Honolulu, O'ahu
The 2011 Hawai'i Conservation Conference theme aligns with the United Nations International Year of Forests, which will focus on raising awareness at all levels to strengthen the sustainable management, conservation and sustainable development of all types of forests for the benefit of current and future generations. Join us in exploring the management, research, cultural, and educational work on forest ecosystems in Hawai'i and the Pacific.
Please note that HCC 2011 also will offer symposia, fora, general sessions, and individual presentations on other important topics not directly related to forest conservation.
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 PLANT A FOREST Find out how you can offset your carbon footprint at hico2.org Download 2010 Hawai'i Conservation Conference Press Release
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Did you know? The Hawai'i Convention Center:
• donates surplus food to Harbor House
• recycles food waste with Ecofeed
• recycles paper, cardboard, glass, plastic and aluminum
• provides biodegradable and compostable disposable ware
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Mahalo to our Sponsors
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