How are we going to clean up the Ala Wai Canal?! WE WILL USE “GENKI BOWLS”!!!

The Genki Ala Wai Project is a nonprofit group under the Hawaii Exemplary State Foundation. Its mission is to empower students, teachers, and the community to work together to restore the Ala Wai ecosystem. They aim to make the Ala Wai fishable and swimmable by 2026 by utilizing low-cost, environmentally safe bioremediation technology. Genki Balls are mudballs that contain Efficient Microorganisms (EM) which help to digest sludge accumulated at the bottom of waterways. The beneficial microbes inside of the Genki Ball help to oxygenate water. In time, the water becomes clearer and more hospitable to wildlife. Genki in Japanese means “healthy and vital.”

During the Honolulu Festival on March 8th and 9th, attendees will have the unique opportunity to toss the Genki Galls into the canal as part of a community-driven effort to improve water quality. Throughout the event, water quality test will be conducted to monitor the progress of this initiative, with hopes for even more Genki Balls to be released into the canal in the future, further contributing to its revitalization.

Join us for an unforgettable culture experience and make a lasting impact on the Ala Wai’s water clarity, all while enjoying the vibrant festivals of the Honolulu Festival. We can’t wait to see you there!!