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Hawaiian Electric Grid Project Receives National Recognition

The Hawaiian Electric Companies have received the Renewable Integration Project of the Year honor at the 26th annual DistribuTECH Conference, the nation’s largest annual meeting focused on electricity transmission and distribution.

NextEra, HEI: Pre-Merger Waiting Period Expires

NextEra Energy Inc. and Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. today announced the expiration of the mandatory, pre-merger waiting period in connection with the companies’ proposed merger that was announced in December 2014.

Hawaiian Electric Proposes Community Solar Pilot Project

Hawaiian Electric Company has filed a proposal for a community solar pilot program with the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission. If the PUC approves the pilot, approximately 50 O‘ahu utility customers will have the opportunity to take advantage of the many benefits of solar without putting solar panels on their roofs.

Energy Appliance to Keep Power on During Hurricane Season

JLM Energy Inc. and Maui Solar Project are bringing Hawaiʻi a new energy option for this hurricane season. Energizr combines renewable energy, the grid and energy storage in one energy appliance, so renewable energy will be available on-site during a power outage.

Program Links Businesses and Residents with Energy Experts

Hawaiʻi Energy has initiated a Clean Energy Ally Program to connect Hawaiʻi businesses and residents with local energy efficiency experts. The program aims to make it easier for participants to utilize cash rebates and incentives.