Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaiian Home Lands Seeks $6M To Test For Geothermal Power
Research identifies DHHL lands in three areas of the Big island that show promise for development for geothermal power production.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Utility Regulators Are Still Waiting To Take A Hard Look At Hawaiian Electric
The Public Utilities Commission is required by law to conduct an investigation after a utility accident causing loss of life.
Ku'u Kauanoe/Civil Beat/2023
Hundreds Still Without Power As Hawaiian Electric Rebuilds Lahaina Infrastructure
Extended power outages are expected to continue in neighboring communities as the work continues.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaiian Electric Industries Hires Utility Bankruptcy Expert As CFO
Investment banker Scott DeGhetto will be paid about $1.5 million for a 15-month gig.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
‘The Wildfire Litigation Industry’ Takes On Hawaiian Electric
The outcome of numerous lawsuits will affect victims, shareholders and, potentially, 470,000 customers statewide.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Regulators Push Hawaiian Electric On Liability Insurance Coverage
Hawaiian Electric is facing numerous lawsuits over the Maui fires and questions are being asked about the companies ability to pay any successful claims.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Thousands Of Hawaii Classrooms Lack AC. The DOE Won’t Say Which Ones
Teachers say they are frustrated by a lack of transparency about how many units need to be installed and where.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Is Hu Honua’s Energy Future Tied To Hydrogen?
Newly reissued county permits and the mayor’s recent remarks have left Big Island community members wondering what’s next.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Taps Michael Angelo As New Consumer Advocate
He replaces Dean Nishina who led the office since 2017.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii’s Clean Energy Transition Faces Steep Hurdles, Study Finds
Some industries, especially transportation, face unique challenges in weaning off fossil fuels.