Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Supreme Court Unanimously Rejects Big Island’s Hu Honua Power Project
The justices said state regulators were right to question environmental problems and consumer costs.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Regulators Seek Public Input On Energy Projects In Hawaii
The first of two public meetings will be held Wednesday, in person and online.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Lawmakers Want Tighter Timelines For PUC Review Of Energy Projects. Some Say Not So Fast
The measure aims to speed up regulatory approvals but has generated concern over how it may help certain developers.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu’s New Airport Rental Center Has Lots Of Electric Cars But Only One Charging Station
Activists say that’s a big blunder. And lawmakers are moving to require all new state buildings be designed with EV charging stations.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Supreme Court Grills Hu Honua In Latest Appeal
The two-hour hearing delved into the tree-burning power project’s legal claims after the PUC denied its permit.
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Proposed $1 Billion Hydrogen Fuel Hub Signals A New Start For Reenergized Hawaii Agency
The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism floundered under the Ige administration.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
Renewable Energy Projects Are Back On Track After Pandemic Lull
Supply chain challenges are easing, allowing Hawaii utilities to step up efforts to go green by 2045.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
New Community Solar Projects Slated For Molokai Could Lower Bills
A pair of solar plus battery energy projects will move forward on Molokai, pending the approval of state utility regulators.
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Opponents Of West Kauai Energy Project Want More Environmental Scrutiny
The solar-charged hydro power concept would be the first of its kind in the world.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022
Small Islands And Putin’s War Are Accelerating The Global Shift To Clean Energy in 2023
Watch for reforms including countries finding ways to reward consumers for efficiency and clean energy generation and allow the permitting of more smart grids.