Hawaii’s Innovation Strategy (2012)
In 2012, the National Academies published a report discussing the global trend of policymakers focusing on science-based innovation for job creation and economic growth. This report, titled “Building Hawaii’s Innovation Economy”, highlights Hawaii’s strategy to diversify its economy by leveraging UH’s system of research organizations.
In spotlighting Hawaii’s vision to achieve economic diversity, this report…
Emphasizes Hawaii's shift from traditional economic reliance on tourism to fostering science and technology-based innovation.
Acknowledges support from key figures, including Senator Daniel Inouye, on how Hawaii's unique challenges present many opportunities in the Pacific region.
Details historical economic dependence on single-product industries and underscores the importance of interdisciplinary capacities for diversifying economic opportunities.
“We have what it takes. We have the intellect, the inquisitiveness, and an entrepreneurial know-how to invent and incubate a knowledge sector in Hawaii.” - Senator Daniel Inouye
