#Hawaii Energy
Hawai‘i Energy program secures 3-year, $127M contract to continue conservation work
Leidos, the state’s Hawai‘i Energy program administrator, has been awarded a new three-year contract by the Public Utilities Commission to continue managing Hawai‘i’s energy conservation efforts, according to an announcement on Thursday.
Your old fridge or freezer could help provide 150 meals
Looking to get rid of an old refrigerator or freezer? Hawai‘i residents now have a way to recycle it and help feed families in need at the same time.
Hawaiian Electric unveils new look for EV fast chargers
Hawaiian Electric is giving its electric vehicle fast chargers a new look with a company-branded vinyl wrap as it continues to focus on charging station reliability to support Hawai‘i’s growing EV market.
Lāna‘i residents can swap old appliances for energy-efficient models
Lāna‘i residents can save money on Energy Star appliances and lower electricity bills through Hawai‘i Energy’s Appliance Trade-Up Program.
PUC and Sierra Club virtual session aims to demystify energy regulation and community’s role, Friday
The Upcountry Energy Resilience Project will host a virtual event titled “PUC 101: Public Utilities Commission + the Energy Equity Docket” on Friday, April 11 at 9 a.m.
Case announces $40M to improve resiliency of Oʻahu power grid serving both military and civilian communities
A federal grant award of $40 million will fund the Puʻuloa Micrgrid, a renewable energy project at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam that aims to provide 99 megawatts of firm energy and interconnect to the Oʻahu grid.
Moratorium on disconnections of electric service for non-payment for Maui customers extended through Aug. 31
Suspension of service disconnections for all Hawaiian Electric customers on Maui has been extended through at least Aug. 31, 2024, in accordance with the extension of Gov. Josh Green’s emergency proclamation. Maui customers who are financially challenged by the devastating wildfires will not have to worry about potential disconnection of their electric service, according to a company announcement.
Hawai‘i Energy announces new team members
Hawai‘i Energy, the state’s energy conservation program, last week announced the hiring of Dan Mestas as principal development engineer, and Travis Hiramoto and Melissa Onishi as energy advisors.
Moratorium on Maui electric disconnections for nonpayment customers extended through May 4
Suspension of service disconnections for all Hawaiian Electric customers on Maui has been extended through at least May 4, 2024, in accordance with the extension of Governor Josh Green’s emergency proclamation.
Hawaiʻi Energy extends application deadline for 2023-2024 Empower Grant program
Originally set to close on Sept. 29, 2023, Hawaiʻi Energy will continue to accept applications on a first come, first served basis, until funds are exhausted. Nonprofits, small businesses, and restaurants that are pursuing energy efficiency projects may apply for a grant of up to $6,000, which may cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Hirono announces more than $7.4M to help Hawaiʻi households with home energy costs
US Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced that Hawaiʻi was awarded more than $7.4 million in funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). She said this funding will help individuals and families with low incomes in Hawaiʻi lower their home energy costs, such as their cooling bills in the summer.
Hawaiʻi Energy launches state’s electric vehicle charging station incentive program
Hawai’i Energy can award a total of $592,000 in rebates for eligible installation projects of electric vehicle charging stations completed between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023.
Maui Council committee to consider Energy Conservation Code amendments
At the meeting on Sept. 14, members will consider changes to “allow flexibility for innovative approaches and techniques to effectively use energy.”
Energy-efficiency grants available to small businesses, nonprofits and restaurants
Hawaiʻi Energy is seeking applicants for its 2022-2023 EmPOWER Grant program, which is designed specifically for nonprofits, small businesses and restaurants that are pursuing energy efficiency projects at their facilities.
Hawaiʻi Energy launches new residential rebates for energy-efficient installations
Hawaiʻi Energy has launched new rebates for residents who are investing in energy-efficient equipment and installations.
Molokaʻi residents pick up free energy-saving kits
At drive-thru events last week, several hundred Moloka‘i residents arrived by vehicles and even a riding lawn mower to pick up a free kit containing energy-saving items.
Keynote speakers announced for upcoming 9th annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference
The 9th Annual Hawaii Energy Conference on May 10 and 12 will feature two keynote speakers: Abigail Anthony, Commissioner of the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission, and Amy Myers Jaffe, Research Professor and Managing Director of the Climate Policy Lab at the Fletcher School of Tufts University.
Hawaiʻi Energy announces Caroline Carl as interim executive director
rgy, the state’s Public Benefits Fund administrator that focuses on energy-efficiency education and clean-energy initiatives, announced that Caroline Carl has been appointed to serve as interim executive director, effective March 22.
New federal infrastructure law provides clean energy opportunities for Hawaiʻi
With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed into law, Hawaiʻi Energy has identified specific clean energy opportunities for the state and local businesses.
Hawaiʻi Energy Holding Free LED Bulb Swap
During Hawaiʻi Energy’s Free Bulb Swap promotion, Hawai‘i residents can trade old, inefficient bulbs for LED lighting at participating HouseMart Ace Hardware stores on Maui, O‘ahu and Hawai‘i Island.
