Green Magazine Hawaii

Volume 1#3 October/November/December 2009

Volume 1#3

Features:
Moloka'i Reclamation: Returning to home land and a simpler way of life
The Paragon Of Organic Farming: Big Island aquaponic farmers produce
Presidental Mu'umu'u: Designing the First Family wardrobe

Plus:
Eco-friendly weddings; Renovating with reclaimed materials; Rooftop gardens and more...

Returning to home land and a simpler way of life Botanical Reclamation: Kalani Pruet follows his heart back to his family land on Moloka'i and to a simple way of life on his flower farm.	Big Island aquaponic farmers produce Aquaponics combines raising fish and growing vegetables with hydroponics to bring organic farming to a new standard of quality while reducing its footprint.
Reusing family heirlooms for The First Family wardrobe Deb Mascia, owner of Mu'umu'u Heaven, transforms Madelyn "Toot" Dunham's vintage mu'umu'u into fashionable modern garments for the entire Obama family.	Renovating with reclaimed materials Renovating a Monsarrat home with reclaimed materials from local job sites adds style and warmth to a long-standing dwelling.
DIY: Saving water in the bathroom Low-flow showerheads, aerators and toilet tank water displacers are all readily available, affordable and easy to install.	Planet Earth Green roofs are a staple in many other countries and cities around the globe and with Honolulu's vast sea of rooftops, the technology should be a fit.
Think before you drink Whether it's from the tap, a bottle or through a filter, there is more substance to water than one might realize.	Weddings with a new eco-friendly hue Weddings take on a new eco-friendly hue with a little creativity and effort to lessen the footprint of such a fantastic event.