Recognizing E-Waste Awareness Day
As society moves forward in the age of technology, the improper disposal of electronic waste, or e-waste, has become a growing problem around the world. In recognition of E-Waste Awareness Day on October 13, we encourage community members to reduce the amount of e-waste found in our garbage and explore the various nonprofit and trade-in programs accepting unwanted electrical and electronic…
2019 Annual Maintenance Baseyard Storm Water Training Champions
Congratulations to the Oahu District Motor Pool for winning the Annual Maintenance Baseyard Storm Water Training Quiz Competition! The training and quiz event took place in July, with heavy competition between the 13 maintenance crews. The Motor Pool had the highest average score on the post-training quiz, with an average of 19.78 out of 20 possible points.
Waste-Less and Raise Awareness for Trash-Free Seas this Halloween
Between the shores of Hawaii and the coasts of California lies a pooling of plastic waste spreading over 600,000 square miles across the Pacific Ocean known as the “Pacific Garbage Patch.” This Halloween, “litter-ally” be the change you want to see by making a green statement with your very own do-it-yourself Pacific Garbage Patch costume made from trash and other household items.
DOT HWYS Oahu’s Q3 2019 Adopt-A-Highway Champion
Congratulations to Paradise Crew, Iron Order MC, HDOT Highways, Oahu District’s Third Quarter 2019 Adopt-A-Highway Champions! Their route is along Kunia Road, near the Hawaii Country Club Golf Course.