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HECO advancing renewable energy, announces contracts Maui and Hawaiʻi Island

Hawaiian Electric today continued to accelerate progress toward Hawaiʻi’s energy goals by signing two new contracts for solar and energy storage projects that will help control energy costs and maintain reliable electric service.

Hawaiian Electric seeks public comment on next round of renewable energy procurements

Hawaiian Electric is seeking public comment for the preliminary draft of the Integrated Grid Planning Request for Proposals, the latest phase of clean energy procurements aimed at stabilizing rates and advancing energy equity, growing the marketplace for large-scale renewables, creating a modern and resilient grid, and securing reliability as existing fossil fuel generators reach the end of their useful lives.

Hawaiian Electric seeking proposals for renewable energy projects on Maui, O’ahu

For the first time, Hawaiian Electric is seeking requests to develop firm renewable capacity on Maui and O’ahu.

More renewable energy projects sought to replace imported oil on Maui and Oʻahu

Hawaiian Electric has drafted requests for proposals for potentially a broad array of renewable energy projects on Maui and Oʻahu that will enable the future retirement of generators run on imported oil. 

Lānaʻi’s first and large shared solar project moves forward with selection of developer

Hawaiian Electric has selected Onyx Development Group to build and maintain Mikiola Solar, which will be the largest utility-scale renewable energy project on Lāna‘i and the first to offer the shared solar program to the community.

Virtual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference Begins June 22, Not Too Late To Register

It is not too late to register for the 8th Hawaiʻi Energy Conference, which will be held virtually this year from June 22-24. The conference will focus on investments in people and projects as energy transitions in Hawaiʻi. The virtual venue opens today for networking.

UH and Hawaiian Electric Collaborate on ‘Green Tariff’ To Benefit Campuses and Community

The University of Hawai‘i and Hawaiian Electric have collaborated on an innovative renewable energy initiative to help the university achieve its net-zero energy goal and bring online more cost-effective, renewable energy resources to benefit the entire state.

Public Meetings Dec. 2, 3: Hawaiian Electric’s Proposed Shared Solar Projects on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi

Virtual public meetings will be held Dec. 2 and 3 regarding Hawaiian Electric’s proposal to launch shared solar or Community-Based Renewable Energy programs and projects on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.

Rising Sun Partners with Ian Walsh to Offer Tesla Powerball Home Battery

Rising Sun is teaming up with the Walsh ʻOhana to offer movie-goers a unique opportunity to win a limited edition, Tesla Powerwall Home Battery.

Energy Accelerator Seeks Industry Input

The Hawaii Renewable Energy Development Venture is seeking input from entrepreneurs, investors, and energy companies on development of its new energy accelerator program.

SPI Solar Building 68 Energy Facilities Statewide

SPI Solar today announced it has acquired the rights to co-develop and construct 68 solar energy facilities across Hawaii totaling approximately 29 megawatts.

Maui Resident Wins $15K Home Solar Giveaway

Simeon Tabieros of Kahului was the grand prize winner of a photovoltaic system valued at $15,000 from RevoluSun and Zippy’s Restaurants.

Maui Brewing Installing Solar Cogeneration System

Maui Brewing Co. is partnering with Cogenra Solar on a solar cogeneration project at their Lahaina brewery.

Kauai Energy Coordinator To Speak on Sustainability

Ben Sullivan, the Kauai County Energy Coordinator, will speak on Feb 16 at a presentation luncheon sponsored by the County of Maui and the Sustainable Living Institute of Maui.

Hawaiian Electric Seeks Approval on Solar Water Heating Program

Maui Electric are seeking Public Utilities Commission approval on a program that would provide solar water heating savings at no upfront cost.

Hawaii Leads Nation in Energy Savings

Hawaii is ranked No. 1 in the US for investment in energy savings performance contracting for public buildings per capita, according to the Energy Services Coalition.

Maui Chapter of Women In Renewable Energy Forms

The newly-formed Maui chapter of Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE) will be hold its inaugural meeting on the UH Maui College campus next month.

Mauian Renewable Energy Firms Receive US Funding

Pacific Biodiesel Inc. and Maui Pacific Solar, Inc. will receive a combined total of $115,156 in grants and $190,000 in loan guarantees for two very different energy projects.

SolarCity Coming to Maui, Adding Jobs

Maui businesses and non-profits now have another solar power option as SolarCity, a national solar provider, expands services to Hawaii.

Free Solar Seminar Presented By RevoluSun

On Monday, July 28, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Maui Beach Hotel in Kahului, RevoluSun will provide a free solar energy seminar aimed at educating homeowners, individuals, and businesses who are looking at solar as a way of reducing their electricity bills.
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