Leading the Way to Energy Independence for Hawai‘i

The Hawai‘i Clean Energy Initiative aims to transform Hawai‘i into a world model for energy independence and sustainability. Our goal is to meet 70% of Hawai‘i's energy needs with clean energy by 2030.

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Clean Energy a Clear Focus for Hawaii Legislature in 2010

Feb. 12, 2010 – Feb. 12, 2010 – Hawai'i legislators are considering more than 100 energy related bills in this year's legislative session; some were developed from HCEI proposals. Follow each policy's progression through the legislative process. Full Story

State to Assist Hawai'i Hotels in Becoming ENERGY STARS

Feb. 11, 2010 – To enhance energy efficiency in Hawai'i's tourism industry, the State of Hawai'i is providing technical support to help hotels statewide attain or renew ENERGY STAR building labels. Full Story

Hawai'i in Early Stages of Energy Revolution

Dec. 19, 2009 – CNN Chief National Correspondent John King experienced Hawai'i's energy evolution in action earlier this month when he visited First Wind's Kaheawa Wind Farm, which provides 9% of Maui's energy needs.

To reach our goal, we must focus on two things: reducing our energy use through efficiency and developing our indigenous, renewable energy sources.

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