#Hawaiʻi energy
Hawaiʻi Energy to open EmPOWER Grant applications for small businesses, restaurants and nonprofits
Grants of up to $15,000 will be available for qualifying projects, potentially covering up to 100% of project costs. Applications open Aug. 5, 2026 and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Appliance replacement program launched for residents impacted by kona low storms
In response to the recent kona low storms that impacted communities across the state, Hawaiʻi Energy, the state’s energy conservation program, is launching an Appliance Replacement Program to help residents replace damaged household appliances with new energy-efficient models.
Hawaiʻi Energy distributes more than 100 energy-efficient appliances to Lānaʻi homes
Hawaiʻi Energy, the state’s energy conservation program, distributed 132 new energy-efficient refrigerators and freezers to Lānaʻi households today through its Appliance Trade-Up Program.
Maui Residential Rebuild Program designed to help wildfire-impacted residents
Hawaiʻi Energy has announced the Maui Residential Rebuild Program, a new partnership with the Hawaiian Council, designed to help wildfire-impacted residents rebuild their homes sustainably and affordably.
Rebuilding informational workshop for Lahaina homeowners, May 21
The American Institute of Architects (AIA Maui) will hold a Homeowners Rebuilding Informational Workshop featuring local building and permitting experts on Tuesday, May 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the Lahaina Civic Center.
Hawaiian Electric Enrolling Past Due Accounts in Plan To Avoid Disconnection
Hawaiian Electric customer accounts that would normally face disconnection will instead be enrolled in a 12-month payment plan to keep the lights on, with affected customers seeing the first of 12 installments in July bills.