Pathways to Resilience: Navigating the Future of Climate Adaptation in Hawaiʻi
11:05 AM - 12:05 PMThu
Tapa Ballroom 1
Speakers
Melissa May
Principal Resilience Lead
Haley & Aldrich, Inc.
Erika Hughston
Capital Improvements Coordinator, County of Maui, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Development Division
Ollie Lau
AICP, Planner
SSFM International
Sarah Chang
Sr Project Analyst
Hawaii Coastal Zone Management Program
Cole Roberts
Principal
Arup
As Hawaiʻi confronts the challenges of sea level rise, planners must integrate science, technology, and cross-sector collaboration into climate resilience strategies. This session equips attendees with tools and insights to support informed decision-making, featuring experts from academia, consulting, and State government. Attendees will learn about sea level rise projections, vulnerability assessments, and digital twin modeling for harbor infrastructure. Designed for planners at all levels, the panel addresses AICP Core Competencies in climate adaptation, data driven planning, and interagency coordination.