Ormat Technologies Inc.
Big Island Geothermal Agreement On Hold Pending Environmental Review
Puna Geothermal Venture said it will answer questions Wednesday about a Public Utilities Commission decision putting a power purchase agreement on hold.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Kahuku Wind Farm Case Goes Before Hawaii Supreme Court
The oral arguments Thursday were the first of three Hawaii’s highest court will hear involving renewable energy projects.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Oahu Customers May See Their Electric Bills Rise Next Year As Power Plant Converts
But Hawaiian Electric says a Kapolei Energy Storage project will save customers money over the life of the project.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Could Hawaii’s Fossil Fuel-Powered Cars Soon Be A Relic Of The Past?
The electric vehicle market is growing and state leaders want to help phase out gas-powered cars. Local auto dealers say they’re moving too fast.
Courtesy: KIUC
Kauai Is Moving Forward On One Of The Nation’s Most Advanced Energy Projects
The solar-charged hydro power concept is being eyed to replace coal and other fossil-fuel powered electric plants in the U.S. and abroad.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat
Hawaii Lawmakers May Cut Solar Credits
The credits help to develop renewable energy projects but also cost the state millions of dollars.
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How To Ramp Up Hawaii’s Use Of Electric Cars
A state Clean Vehicle Standard could promote the sale of emissions-free vehicles.
Courtesy: Hawaiian Electric
Why The Navy Is Becoming A Powerful Force For Clean Energy
As the pandemic highlights fragile supply chains, the Navy is working with Hawaii to harness the sun and other natural elements for power.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Report: Hawaii Is Still Heavily Dependent On Fossil Fuels
Three-quarters of electric production came from petroleum and coal in 2019.
Jason Armstrong/Civil Beat/2018
Lawsuit: Hu Honua ‘A Fiasco From The Beginning’
A lawsuit filed in a California court involving investors in the Big Island power plant reveals its lead investor is now skeptical of the beleaguered project.