Friends of NELHA - FON at NELHA

Friends of NELHA (FON), a nonprofit, conservation education organization, offers public tours with a focus on renewable energy, sustainability, sustainable aquaculture and the uniqueness of the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology (HOST) Park here at Keahole Point . Tours begin everyday at 10 am at the Gateway Visitor Center, a mesmerizing location where visitors are inspired by the technologies being developed on the Big Island. Inspiring Innovation tours on Mondays, Ocean Conservation tours on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and Sustainable Aquaculture tours on Wednesdays and Fridays.

See the future now with Friends of NELHA, and experience a fascinating visit to the Hawaii Ocean Science Technology Park on the Big Island near Kailua-Kona. Learn about how Hawaii is leading efforts to develop technology that can help preserve food security, and to preserve our natural resources. Friends of NELHA offers tours showcasing the creation of clean, renewable energy using seawater, in addition to the many other uses of this valuable resource.

NELHA -- the Natural Energy Laboratory Hawaii Authority -- is home to HOST (Hawaii Ocean Science & Technology Park) and serves as a business incubator, research facility, and economic development agency. It offers the opportunity for organizations using sea water, sunshine, and ingenuity to perform research, engage in conservation and education activities, and produce sustainable commercial products.

This is a one-of-kind science and technology site focused on ocean science and technology. It is an exciting learning experience, and a must-see stop on the Big Island. www.friendsofnelha.org