Public input sought on decommissioning of Maunakea telescope
Input from the public will be used to develop an Environmental Assessment draft and a Site Decommissioning Plan for the Hōkū Keʻa telescope on UH-managed lands on Maunakea.
New internal management structure for Maunakea proposed to regents
The plan covers all operating and advisory units associated with Maunakea and will make operations and management more efficient, effective and transparent.
Maunakea visitor center closing temporarily
The current pandemic has prompted the closure of the Maunakea Visitor Information Station.
Decommissioning of 2 Maunakea telescopes expected to be complete by 2023
The California Institute of Technology Submillimeter Observatory and the UH Hilo Hōkū Keʻa teaching telescope are both making progress in the extensive decommissioning process, according to an update to the Board of Regents.
Governor Ige approves Maunakea administrative rules
The final version of the rules is the result of extensive consultation and public outreach that included Native Hawaiian organizations, Hawaiʻi Island business organizations, commercial tour operators and government agencies.
UH President Lassner on latest Maunakea developments
“These past months have been difficult for everyone, and we deeply hope this provides a period of reflection for all to continue to seek a positive, peaceful and non-violent path forward on Maunakea and for Hawaiʻi.”
UH regents approve resolution on Maunakea stewardship
The UH Board of Regents adopted a resolution directing UH leadership to strengthen its stewardship of Maunakea.
Regents approve proposed Maunakea administrative rules
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents amend the proposed administrative rules for commercial activity on the Maunakea area managed by UH.
Regents to consider proposed Maunakea rules and stewardship resolution
The proposed draft of the administrative rules for UH-managed lands on Maunakea is now available for public review along with related supporting materials.
UH Regents approve resolution urging de-escalation of tension and non-violent solutions
UH leadership is committed to continue to explore ways to become a stronger community of learners, teachers and scholars.
