"The Mauna Kea Science Reserve consists of 11,288 acres of conservation land, but the “astronomy precinct,” where astronomical facilities are allowed, consists of 525 acres, or less than 5 percent of the total. And the TMT site, some 5.5 acres, would be just more than 1 percent of that already limited astronomy precinct."

"“Implemented in accordance with its plans, the TMT Project will not consume significant natural resources; will not pollute; will not harm species of concern, or the environment generally; will not prevent contemporary, customary, historical and traditional cultural practices; will not impede recreational uses; and will not threaten the public health, safety, or welfare,” Amano found."

The nail in the coffin for the oppositions arguments is the simple fact that building the TMT, will not substantially affect Hawaiians, who want to continue to exercise their religious practices on Mauna Kea, as this excuse has been used before and does not pass legal muster!