Hawaii SB2373 aims to strengthen nature-based solutions for carbon sequestration through marine ecosystem restoration.

Hawaii SB2373 establishes a goal for the state to enhance nature-based solutions that reduce carbon emissions. It directs relevant state agencies to identify opportunities for investing in nature-based solutions, including marine ecosystem restoration. The Hawaii state energy office is authorized to evaluate and develop methodologies to quantify carbon emissions reductions from these nature-based solutions. Projects will be assessed for carbon sequestration potential, conservation capacity, risk mitigation, financial sustainability, and alignment with the state's clean energy transition.

Hawaii SB2373 aims to strengthen nature-based solutions for carbon sequestration through marine ecosystem restoration.

Hawaii SB2373 establishes a goal for the state to enhance nature-based solutions that reduce carbon emissions. It directs relevant state agencies to identify opportunities for investing in nature-based solutions, including marine ecosystem restoration. The Hawaii state energy office is authorized to evaluate and develop methodologies to quantify carbon emissions reductions from these nature-based solutions. Projects will be assessed for carbon sequestration potential, conservation capacity, risk mitigation, financial sustainability, and alignment with the state's clean energy transition.