Data Dive: Who Uses The Most Water In Hawaiʻi? Golf courses, big resorts and the Marine Corps Base on the Windward side of Oʻahu top the list of the state’s biggest water-hungry consumers. | AI News Digest
In Hawaiʻi, golf courses, large resorts, and the Marine Corps Base in Kāneʻohe are the top consumers of water, significantly impacting the state's water resources. Urban Honolulu, home to about 23% of the population, accounted for nearly 40% of water usage in 2024. While the average household uses around 9,000 gallons monthly, facilities like the Marine Corps Base consume six times that amount. Despite being surrounded by ocean, fresh water is scarce, with drought concerns affecting parts of the state. Water consumption has been declining, with a 4% decrease noted between 2022 and 2024. However, comprehensive data on water usage by industry remains limited, complicating efforts to manage resources effectively.
