The State of Hawaii Department of Transportation Highways Maui District and the County of Maui hosted this year’s 2024 Construction & Post-Construction BMP Workshop! Held on October 24th at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, this half-day workshop brought together Maui’s designers, contractors, and industry leaders committed to sustainable, environmentally mindful construction practices on County and State projects.

This year’s agenda focused on a range of essential BMP topics, including;

Coral Reef Conservation: Exploring how responsible construction can protect our coral reefs, starting with on-site practices.

NPDES Permitting: A dive into key requirements for managing stormwater runoff and ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations.

Post-Wildfire BMPs for Lahaina: Tailoring stormwater strategies to safeguard areas impacted by recent wildfires, with best practices for long-term recovery.

Routine Construction Inspections and Common Deficiencies: An in-depth look at inspection techniques to help teams stay on top of site management.

A big mahalo to everyone who attended and contributed to these important discussions! Your dedication to best management practices is helping us pave the way for more sustainable growth on Maui, protecting the unique natural resources that make our island home.