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$26M grant fuels University of Hawai‘i research on climate-friendly cooling
UH and five other universities have been awarded $26 million to establish a research center to create sustainable refrigerant technology.
Environmental Legislative Caucus announces 2023 bill package for Hawai’i
The 2023 Environmental Legislative Caucus package includes bills to establish green fees, create a tax credit for cesspool conversion and implement a soil health initiative.
HDOT Seeks Proposals for Electric Vehicles, Charging Infrastructure
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure for state and county fleets.
Hawai’i Electric: More Evening Power Interruptions Not Anticipated
Hawai’i Electric Light says evening power interruptions are not anticipated on Sunday.
Ige Joins Governors’ Accord for a New Energy Future
The accord provides the governors with a platform of collaboration, learning, and leverage partnerships in energy and policy making.
$3.4 Million In Renewable Energy Research Funding Announced
More than $3.4 million in Department of Energy funding was announced by the Hawai’i Congressional Delegation on Wednesday.
Lālāmilo Wind Farm to Save $1M Yearly
The wind farm will be constructed in South Kohala and consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
Paniolo Power Will Withdraw from Utility Merger
Paniolo Power Company, LLC has announced its plans to withdraw from the Hawaiian Electric Companies/NextEra Energy, Inc merger docket.
Governor Ige Returns from ‘Powering Cities’ Forum
Governor David Ige is returning to Hawai’i from Washington, D.C. after speaking at The Washington Post’s “Powering Cities” Forum.
100 Percent Renewable Energy Focus of New Law
Governor David Ige signed four energy bills into law Monday, including one that sets a 100 percent renewable energy goal in the power sector.
Senate, House Pass Bills in Final Crossover
One-hundred-and-thirty-nine bills were passed Tuesday by the Hawai’i State Senate while 135 more were passed by the House.
Free Business Solutions Workshop on Energy Savings
A free business solutions workshop on energy savings will be held in Hilo on March 17.
