Hawaii News
The following news clips highlight Hawaii involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.
December 18, 2012
FERC, Hawaii PUC Sign Agreement on Information Sharing
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (HPUC) have formally agreed to share information regarding energy issues and regulatory practices. More
July 5, 2012
Energy Department Awards $14 Million for Energy Efficiency in 22 States
The Energy Department announced that it has awarded $14 million in new investments through its State Energy Program to state-led energy efficiency projects in 22 states. More
May 31, 2012
Honolulu Museum of Art Receives Largest Energy Efficiency Rebate
The Honolulu Museum of Art received the largest rebate to date from Hawaii Energy to a charitable organization for their energy efficiency project that will reduce their electric energy consumption by 28%. More
March 7, 2012
California is Top Renewable State: Report
A new survey by Ernst & Young ranks California as the top state in terms of renewable energy suitability. More
February 8, 2012
Hawaii Gets 'EV Ready'
Thanks to DOE support, Hawaii has begun installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at state sites. More
December 2, 2011
Japan and Hawaii Join forces for Smart Grid Demonstration Project
Hawaii and Japan have signed a memorandum of understanding to begin a $37 million smart grid demonstration project that will be the first of its kind on the island of Maui. More
March 31, 2011
Hawaii Awards $2.6 Million to Speed EV Adoption
Six organizations accelerating Hawaii's adoption of elective vehicles will share a $2.6 million award through the Department of Energy from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. More
January 14, 2011
Hawaii's Tiered Rate Structure Rewards Energy Conservation
In a move designed to encourage conservation, the Hawaii Electric Light Co. has begun using a lower price per kilowatt hour when billing residential customers who use less electricity. More
November 17, 2010
Hawaiian Utility Accepts FIT Applications Via a Web Site
A Hawaiian utility has launched a new Web site to manage and accept applications for its feed-in tariff (FIT) program, which is designed to support the addition of more renewable energy projects in the state. More
September 22, 2010
ACEEE Recognizes the Leading State-Led Energy Efficiency Programs
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) has lauded 18 state-led energy efficiency programs in 14 states for their excellence. The top five award-winning programs were created in Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, and New York, with the Empire State earning awards for two of its programs. More