As an Environmental Science and Environmental Studies major at Chaminade University, an intern with the Snail Extinction Prevention Program, and a volunteer at the Bishop Museum malacology department, my life revolves around Native Hawaiian land snails. I see firsthand how habitat loss threatens these unique creatures and how the Green Fee can safeguard the state’s natural resources.
Green Fee funding will be crucial for environmental protection, conservation and habitat restoration projects, which are vital for the survival of our native snail species. I urge our decision-makers to support the Green Fee project portfolio as recommended by the Green Fee Advisory Council. This portfolio has been carefully crafted through collaboration with community members, state agencies, and experts, ensuring it reflects the needs of our environment. By preserving the Green Fee projects, we can enhance conservation efforts, restore critical habitats and protect the rich biodiversity of our Islands.
Calista Ancog, Salt Lake-Moanalua
