State goals for land, air, and water quality

(a) Planning for the State's physical environment with regard to land, air, and water quality shall be directed towards achievement of the following objectives: (1) Maintenance and pursuit of improved quality in Hawaii's land, air, and water resources. (2) Greater public awareness and appreciation of Hawaii's environmental resources. (b) To achieve the land, air, and water quality objectives, it shall be the policy of this State to: (1) Foster educational activities that promote a better understanding of Hawaii's limited environmental resources. (2) Promote the proper management of Hawaii's land and water resources. (3) Promote effective measures to achieve desired quality in Hawaii's surface, ground, and coastal waters. (4) Encourage actions to maintain or improve aural and air quality levels to enhance the health and well-being of Hawaii's people. (5) Reduce the threat to life and property from erosion, flooding, tsunamis, hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural or man-induced hazards and disasters. (6) Encourage design and construction practices that enhance the physical qualities of Hawaii's communities. (7) Encourage urban developments in close proximity to existing services and facilities. (8) Foster recognition of the importance and value of the land, air, and water resources to Hawaii's people, their cultures and visitors.