New Tools and Applications for Drought Management in Hawaiʻi

Please join our March Seminar Series, New Tools and Applications for Drought Management in Hawaiʻi, where we will be showcasing tools and applications important for managing drought in Hawai'i. This series will feature experts discussing cutting-edge drought monitoring, assessment, and resource management tools designed to support decision-making in Hawaiʻi’s unique landscapes.

Seminar Schedule:

• March 10th – The United States Drought Monitor Process in Hawaiʻi: How to Be Involved
  Speaker: Brian Fuchs
  Learn how the U.S. Drought Monitor works in Hawaiʻi, how drought classifications are determined, and ways to contribute local knowledge to improve accuracy.

• March 17th – Assessing Drought in Hawaiʻi: Trends, Tools, and Future Research Needs
  Speaker: Dr. Abby Frazier
  Explore historical drought trends in Hawaiʻi, the tools available for assessment, and key research gaps that need to be addressed for improved drought resilience.

• March 24th – On the Way to Resilience: Exploring Two New Data Tools for Resource Managers in Hawaiʻi
  Speakers: Dr. Ryan Longman, Derek Ford, and Cherryle Heu
  Discover two newly developed tools that support resource managers in monitoring and responding to drought conditions in Hawaiʻi.

Each session will provide an opportunity for discussion, Q&A, and engagement with experts actively working to enhance Hawaiʻi’s drought resilience. Register at the link here and find more about our first speaker in the flyer attached.