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SCR 168

REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TO CONVENE A DEMOLITION WASTE REDUCTION WORKING GROUP.

2026 Regular Session

Hawaii legislature requests planning office convene working group to develop demolition waste reduction strategies and recommendations.

Report and Resolution Adopted. Transmitted to House.
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Bill Summary · SCR 168

Legislative bill overview

SCR 168 is a resolution requesting Hawaii's Office of Planning and Sustainable Development (OPSD) to establish a working group focused on reducing waste from building demolition. The resolution calls for convening stakeholders to develop strategies and recommendations for minimizing demolition waste through reuse, recycling, and other waste reduction methods.

Why this is important

Demolition waste represents a significant portion of Hawaii's construction and demolition debris stream, which strains landfills and diverts resources from circular economy goals. Creating a dedicated working group can identify practical pathways to reduce environmental impact, potentially lower disposal costs, and establish policies that align with Hawaii's sustainability commitments.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: No funding mechanism is specified; unclear whether OPSD has capacity to convene and staff this working group without additional budget appropriations
  • Enforceability and follow-through: Resolutions are non-binding requests; no guarantee OPSD will prioritize this or implement resulting recommendations without legislation with enforcement mechanisms
  • Scope and stakeholder balance: Working group composition and mandate are not detailed in the resolution, raising questions about whose interests are represented (contractors, environmental groups, waste management companies, affordable housing advocates)

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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