Research Driven Dialogue: UHERO is committed to rigorous, independent economic research used in making decisions for a better Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i’s citizens, policymakers, businesses, and community organizations make daily choices that impact society, the environment, and the prospects for sustainable economic development. The University’s most important role in economic development is its role in educating and informing stakeholders about economic consequences and trade-offs involved in these choices. Since 1997 UHERO has establish
07/28/2026
UHERO study reveals progress, persistent challenges for Maui wildfire survivors
UHERO study reveals progress, persistent challenges for Maui wildfire survivors The report concludes that while recovery is underway, it remains uneven—highlighting the need for continued support for wildfire survivors.
07/28/2026
Report finds many Maui wildfire survivors still face health, housing challenges
Report finds many Maui wildfire survivors still face health, housing challenges | Honolulu Star-Advertiser Nearly three years after the Maui wildfires, many survivors are returning to work, gaining health insurance and finding more stable housing, but thousands continue to struggle with food insecurity, mental health challenges and lingering physical health concerns, according to a report released Monday...
07/28/2026
Wildfire Fatigue? Community Support Is Dwindling For Maui Fire Survivors
Study: Maui Wildfire Survivors Need More Support While a greater number of displaced residents have found stable housing and employment, wildfire survivors continue to struggle with mental and physical health.
06/25/2026
Regulatory costs now account for over a quarter of new home prices nationally, more in Hawaii
Regulatory costs now account for over a quarter of new home prices nationally, more in Hawaii - Pacific Business News The increase in regulatory costs from $93,870 in 2021 to $131,734 in 2026 marks the largest jump between consecutive surveys by the National Association of Home Builders.
06/19/2026
Hawaiʻi outlook darkens amid oil surge, rising costs | University of Hawaiʻi System News The UHERO second quarter forecast released May 15 indicates Hawaiʻi's economy is slowing after what had been an improving outlook earlier this year.
06/12/2026
Ho‘okele Home Care celebrates 20 years as Hawaiʻi faces rapidly aging population challenges
https://mauinow.com/2026/06/08/hookele-home-care-celebrates-20-years-as-hawaiʻi-faces-rapidly-aging-population-challenges/
Hawaiʻi’s construction market records fast start in Q1, but a drop in housing activity raises concern
https://mauinow.com/2026/06/02/hawaiʻis-construction-market-records-fast-start-in-q1-but-a-drop-in-housing-activity-raises-concern/
05/28/2026
Honolulu's affordable housing project hasn't delivered so far, UHERO report says
Honolulu's affordable housing project hasn't delivered so far, UHERO report says A Honolulu program to incentivize affordable workforce housing hasn’t lived up to its expectations, a recent report has found.
05/22/2026
Experts See A Near-Term Boost In Hawaiʻi Tax Collections
Experts See A Near-Term Boost In Hawaiʻi Tax Collections - Honolulu Civil Beat Members of the state Council on Revenues are surprised the state has not felt greater economic impacts from the war.
