The public will get to weigh in on the Aina Koa Pono contract for biofuel that is currently before the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission. 

While the project, at least initially, will only serve Big Island electricity customers, the cost of the biofuel will be spread out among Oahu customers to lessen the cost burden. 

The meetings will be held on two days: 

October 29, 2012, 6:00 p.m.* Hilo High School cafeteria 556 Waianuenue Avenue Hilo, Hawaii

October 30, 2012, 6:00 p.m.* Kealakehe High School cafeteria 74-5000 Puohulihuli Street Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

From the PUC: 

According to the Companies, the application of the biofuel surcharge will add about $0.84 to $1.00 per month to a typical residential customer’s bill (typical residential use varies between 500 to 600 kWh a month for Hawaii island and Oahu customers). The Companies assert that, in effect, the proposed Biofuel Surcharge Provision will: (1) support the State’s move toward energy independence; (2) increase energy security; and (3) reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the reduction of the State’s reliance on imported fossil fuels.