Our Commitment to the Local Community in Hawaii
Aloha Green is passionate about creating sustainable communities and has emerged as a prominent advocate for the revitalization and redevelopment of former plantation communities along the Hamakua Coast.
We are also proud to be a contributing member of the Big Island community by giving back to schools, churches, and have been an economic driver by investing in job creation and expansion of the local tax base.
Our community accomplishments and awards
• Co-founder of the E' Malama Aina Sustainability Festival - Hawaii Island
• Steve was recognized as the "Land Steward of the Year" (2004) as well as the "Farmer of the Year" (2002) by the US Department of Agriculture.
• Aloha Green has contributed both capital and in-kind resources to the Hilo-Hamakua community including, the land and temple to the Honohina Hongwanji Missions of Hawaii in 2010 as well as the Hakalau Jodo Mission. ‘
• As the Chairman of the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce (1990), Steve encouraged business leaders to support the creation of new local economic opportunities for small businesses.
• Alaska's Young Entrepreneur of the Year (1989) - US Small Business Administration
• Founder of Green Star, a non-profit organization, based in Anchorage, Alaska, that encourages businesses to practice waste reduction, energy conservation, and pollution prevention through education, technical assistance, and an award-winning voluntary "green business" certification program.
As you can see, from his time in Alaska to his current tenure in Hawaii, our founder Steve has consistently dedicated himself to a sustainable, healthy future. We hope to continue to have a positive impact in the years to come!
