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Hawaiian Electric hits 38% renewable energy in 2021; Maui County at 50%
Maui County’s renewable energy production was up in 2021. But the percentage of renewable energy used for total utility sales decreased slightly to 50.2% in 2021 compared to 50.8% in 2020. This decrease was due to electric sales rising by 9% with the return of tourists following the pandemic shutdown.
State Senate Confirms 3 Commissioners for Hawaiian Homes Commission
The Hawaiʻi State Senate on April 8 confirmed David Kaʻapu, Michael Kaleikini and Dennis Neves to the Hawaiian Homes Commission.
Geothermal Facility Sending Power to Hawai‘i Island Grid 2-1/2 Years After Volcano Eruption Halted Operations
Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) has begun supplying electricity to the Hawaiʻi Island grid, 2-1/2 years after the eruption of the Kīlauea volcano put it out of operation.
Maui Renewable Energy Project Would Enable Retirement of the Kahului Plant in 2024
Hawaiian Electric announced Wednesday that it has submitted eight new renewable energy projects to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for review. If approved, the projects could produce lower-cost electricity, advance clean energy and phase out coal consumption in Hawai’i – enabling the retirement of the Kahului plant.
VIDEO: Future of Puna Geothermal Facility Discussed
Assurances of community engagement were solicited as executives discussed plans to reopen the Puna Geothermal Venture Facility.
Seven Hawaiʻi Companies Cited for Air Permit Violations
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Air Branch has issued Notices and Finding of Violation and Orders against seven companies across the state.
SURVEY: Kīlauea Eruption Caused Nearly $28 M in Damage
Farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers on Hawaiʻi Island said the recent eruptions of Kīlauea have caused almost $28 million in damage.
Lava on Puna Geothermal Property Has Not Impacted Wells
A lava flow crossed into the Puna Geothermal Venture property overnight but has not impacted any wells, according to scientists with the US Geological Survey.
Active Flow Slowly Producing Lava at Puna Geothermal Property
Fissures near Puna Geothermal Venture are active and producing lava slowly flowing onto the property.
Steps Taken to Mitigate Risks to Puna Geothermal Venture
Expected steps include addressing supplies of pentane gas used in production of geothermal power including options for off-site relocation or controlled leakage or burn.
Geothermal Possibilities Explored at Ulupalakua
The company that owns and operates Puna Geothermal Venture, is exploring opportunities to harness geothermal energy at Ulupalkua on Maui. Ormat Techonolgies Inc. has submitted an application to the Hawai‘i State Board of Land and Natural Resources for a geothermal exploration permit…
