HB 2740 Summary

• Establishes three sustainability goals for Hawaii public schools to be achieved by January 1, 2035: net-zero energy use, net-zero food waste, and locally sourcing 60% of animal proteins and 60% of produce.

• Requires the Department of Education to develop procedures for sharing excess food with those in need and implement on-site campus composting programs at each public school to eliminate food waste.

• Directs the Department of Education to incorporate sustainable schools initiative elements into curriculum and encourage student engagement in composting and food sustainability programs.

• Requires annual legislative reports detailing progress toward all three sustainability goals, including data on food sharing, composting implementation, local sourcing percentages, and recommendations to advance the initiatives.

• Takes effect July 1, 2050.