Commitments
Our commitments to personal change in our own lives become the building blocks of social change when we stand together. These are the thousands of pledges made by Kanu members committed to modeling kuleana-based island living.
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Submitted by Makena Coffman
Use a cloth bag instead of taking plastic bags from the grocery store (there's often a 5c rebate!) or big shopping bags from other stores (for example, in Ala Moana).
Submitted by Keith Hayashi
I will recycle plastic, paper, and glass. I will try not to use paper plates or cups. Instead I will wash my plates and glasses. I will cut down on my use of disposable items which will hopefully help to conserve our natural resources and minimize my rubbish and trash deposited in the landfills. If I am not able to use reusable items such as dishes and cups, I will make sure that the paper or plastic that I use will be recycled.
Submitted by Rona Suzuki
It takes about 6 liters of water to make a 1 liter bottle of water (about 5 liters are used to manufacture the plastic). Hawaii has great quality water. Use a thermos, reusable cup, reusable bottle, etc.
Submitted by Makena Coffman
CFs produce the same light as incandescent bulbs, but last 6 times longer and use 1/4 the electricty. Though they cost more in the store, they're cheaper in the long run because they save money on electricity and new bulbs. Look for a CF bulb with wattage about one-quarter of the incandescent you're replacing.
Submitted by Robbie Alm
A stands for AKAHAI, meaning kindness.
L stands for LOKAHI, meaning bring unity.
O stands for OLU'OLU, meaning politeness.
H stands for HA'AHA'A, meaning humbled.
A stands for AHONUI, meaning enduring.
Respect all elders and children.
Leave places better than you find them.
Hold the door. Hold the elevator.
Plant something.
Drive with courtesy. Never drive impaired.
Attend an event of another culture.
Return your shopping cart.
Get out and enjoy nature.
Pick up litter.
Share with your neighbors.
Create smiles.
Create a list and share it.
You don't have to be a politician, or the president of a company, or a famous doctor, to make everyone's life better. Sometimes the smallest things make the biggest difference.
Submitted by Rona Suzuki
When you have a choice, buy from companies that are locally owned versus from national chain stores. This takes homework about which companies are locally-owned, but we can build this knowledge together in the "comments" section.
Submitted by alani apio
1. ALWAYS know when kids can see or hear you; 2. Watch and listen to yourself from their perspective; 3. Act appropriately
Submitted by cindy matsumoto
I will try and buy mostly from my farmers market and local sources
Submitted by Brent Dillabaugh
Voting is one of the most powerful ways to shape a better Hawai'i, yet our voter turnout is the lowest in the nation.
Submitted by alani apio
Use a reusable mug instead of paper cups for coffee, soft drinks, etc. Most coffee shops and fast food stores will fill your mug upon request.
