The Environmental Planning Office (EPO) provides strategic planning services for all programs under the Deputy Director for Environmental Health. These services include program evaluation and planning, land use review, legislative coordination, and information management. The EPO is also responsible for data collection and analysis, and the development of scientifically-based environmental standards. Current programs include the following:

Goals and Indicators Program

In conjunction with other EHA offices, the Goals and Indicators program develops program goals and performance indicators, coordinates with County, Federal and other State agencies, and sets standards for baseline evaluation of environmental quality.

Land Use Planning Review

Reviews new developments for potential environmental impacts, and coordinates Departmental evaluations on mitigative measures. Implements environmental policies and standards at the earliest stages of the planning process for statewide project developments. This program also coordinates requests for public records and handles other public information functions within the Department.

Environmental Geographic Information System

The EGIS is a computerized database system used for environmental planning, data analysis, and the creation of maps and reports. This program provides services to the Environmental Health Administration (EHA), and is instrumental in the creation of GIS data layers from environmental monitoring results.

Legislative Coordination

Plans and coordinates environmental activities with the Legislature, including the development of legislation.

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If you have any questions, please contact:

Environmental Planning Office
919 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 312
Honolulu, HI 96814
phone (808)586-4337

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Last update: 11 May 2012