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(2/07/24)The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. January 2024 report now available.


(3/05/21)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. February 2021 report now available.


(2/26/21)
Hawaii Carbon Pricing Study
This first-ever Hawaii-specific study was prepared for the Hawaii State Energy Office by the University of Hawaii’s Economic Research Organization (UHERO) as part of Act 122, Session Laws of Hawaii 2019. The study includes an illustrative range of tax amounts to explore options for achieving Hawaii’s policy goals. The Hawaii-specific modeling scenarios are important for deliberations at the Legislature and to further public understanding of how carbon pricing could address the climate crisis, while enhancing Hawaii’s economy and caring for the most vulnerable among us.


(2/05/21)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. January 2021 report now available.



(1/29/21)
Seeking Input into Offshore Wind Study
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is drafting a study that will model the costs and visualizations for potential floating offshore wind projects in marine regions around Oahu. Learn more about the study and how to provide input.


(1/20/21)
Today President Biden signed an executive order allowing the United States to rejoin the Paris Agreement. The United States officially withdrew from the landmark climate agreement on Nov. 4, 2020, under the previous presidential administration. Following is a statement from Scott Glenn, chief energy officer for the State of Hawaii:

“Hawaii welcomes the federal government’s return to the climate table with President Biden’s executive order to rejoin the Paris Agreement. Working with like-minded states in the bipartisan 25-state U.S. Climate Alliance and governments around the world through the Under 2 Coalition, Hawaii held steadfast in its leadership in tackling the climate crisis. Partnering now with the Biden Administration, together we will grow our clean energy economies and create new jobs while we reduce air pollution, improve public health and build more resilient communities.”


(1/15/21)
Legislative Energy Briefing 2021 was held on January 15, 2021 via Zoom
Presentations and webinar recording are available.


(1/14/21) Legislative Energy Briefing 2021


(1/07/21)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. December 2020 report now available.


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The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. November 2020 report now available.


(11/30/20)
The HSEO’s fall newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: HSEO’s response to the pandemic including energy assurance duties and clean energy job opportunities.
The Current: Fall  2020


(11/18/20)  2020 Hawaii’s Energy Facts & Figures

The HSEO is pleased to announce the 2020 edition of Hawaii’s Energy Facts & Figures. This publication, produced by the HSEO, combines in one place key information and data about Hawaii’s energy ecosystem. In this edition you will find an overview of Hawaii’s energy sector and progress in the areas of energy efficiency, renewable energy, clean transportation, and decarbonization


(11/05/10)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. October 2020 report now available.


(11/04/20)
Statement from Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn regarding Paris Agreement Withdrawal
The United States today officially withdrew from the Paris climate agreement making it the only nation in the world to abandon the landmark accord. The duration of the United States’ absence from the agreement will depend on the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, which is still unclear. If a U.S. administration wanted to reenter the accord it would need to send a notice to the United Nations and after a period of 30 days, the U.S. would be readmitted.

Following is a statement from Scott Glenn, chief energy officer for the State of Hawai‘i:

With today’s withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement, the need for state and local governments to strengthen their efforts to counter the devastating effects of the climate crisis has never been greater. Hawai‘i pledges to work on a bipartisan basis with its partners in the 25-state U.S. Climate Alliance to accelerate our ambition and pace of climate leadership. Following science-based climate policies, Climate Alliance states have collectively outpaced the rest of the country in both emissions reductions and economic output. We have shown that building resilient communities and growing a clean energy economy can be achieved. Even as we await the outcome of the U.S. presidential election and the US’ future role in the climate crisis, Hawai‘i will continue its leadership.


(10/28/20)
HSEO’s Howard Wiig hosts ThinkTech’s “Code Green” series. In this episode, “Shrinking Covid, Growing Wallet,” Howard and his guests, Anthony Amendola and Andrew Miller, discuss battling Covid and growing Hawaii’s businesses. Watch on You Tube.


(10/21/20)
The Hawaii State Energy Office has an exciting employment opportunity in Data Science. This position focuses on operating a data governance framework for data policies, standards and practices to achieve the required level of consistency, quality and protection to meet office needs. Get more information at Employment Opportunity.


(10/12/20)
The Hawaii State Energy Office is seeking candidates to fill three new full-time AmeriCorps VISTA positions it created to help the office build its capacity to serve vulnerable and underrepresented communities. “A successful path to 100 percent clean, renewable energy and a carbon free economy requires green economic development innovation that creates and retains living wage jobs while enhancing environmental and social justice,” said Hawaii’s chief energy officer Scott Glenn.
Read news release


(10/07/20)
October 7 is National Energy Efficiency Day. Join and pledge to Save Money, Cut Pollution and Create Jobs for Energv Efficiency Day 2020.


(10/02/10)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. September 2020 report now available.


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(9/30/20)
Watch HI Now Daily’s Go Green Week segment on electrifying Hawaii’s transportation. HSEO Scott Glenn talks about the energy office’s efforts -“What we’re trying to do is keep Hawai‘i’s air clean . . . clean energy is the future.”


(9/28/20)
The HSEO supports the adoption of clean energy technology including plug-in electric vehicles that supports a healthy environment and economy. Celebrate National Drive Electric Week (Sep 26-Oct 4). Visit driveelectricweek.org/index


(9/24/20)
The HSEO works with the building industry to encourage and facilitate energy efficiency and conservation. We are proud to support the newly branded, all-virtual PBX20, October 27-29, for construction and design professionals. Registration fees apply. Learn more and register at: PBX20


(9/21/20)
National Preparedness Month ends with teaching our keiki. Whether you’re a keiki or a parent, “Ready Kids” has tools and information to help before, during, and after disasters. Learn more at Ready.gov Ready Kids.


(9/15/20)
Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn issued the following statement regarding the veto of HB1846.
“While the Hawaii State Energy Office is a staunch supporter of energy efficiency as a means of achieving Hawai‘i’s clean energy goals, the language in HB1846 unfortunately could be challenged in court, potentially costing the state further time and money and detracting from achieving our clean energy goals. Vetoing this bill does not preclude the State leading by example or saving taxpayer dollars. The Energy Office will continue working with agencies to identify opportunities to implement energy efficiency measures that can help advance our clean energy goals and realize immediate savings for the state budget.”


(9/15/20)
Celebrate Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Day on October 8 with the “Around Hawaii on Hydrogen Day” event. This event will feature virtual tours of hydrogen projects in Hawaii and a panel, including Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn, to discuss the potential for hydrogen in the state. You can register by clicking on this link: Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Day


(9/14/20)
Through its energy assurance function, HSEO leads the state’s efforts to ensure a secure energy infrastructure for Hawaii. During National Preparedness Month “Prepare for Disasters”- limit the impacts of disasters and know the risks in your area. Learn more at Ready.gov Be Informed.

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(9/11/20)
HSEO CEO Scott Glenn is featured in Hawaii Business magazine sharing his views on the state’s energy landscape in the current pandemic environment. Scott says, “we’re still on track to get to our near-term clean energy goal of 30% by 2020.”
Hawaii Business magazine article – Pandemic Changes Hawaii’s Energy Consumption: Who, When and How Much


 

HSEO CEO Scott Glenn and other energy industry leaders discuss the effects of the pandemic on the energy sector and Hawaii’s green economy future in this PBN article – The ‘Renewable Revolution’


(9/08/20)
HSEO serves under HiEMA to respond to emergency energy disruptions. HSEO reminds everyone to “Build A Kit” during Readygov National Preparedness Month and make sure it includes items the CDC has recommended to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Learn more at Ready.gov Build a Kit.


(9/04/20)
The HSEO relies on DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report containing data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, fuel consumption and much more. Energy data keeps us informed on Hawaii’s evolving energy landscape. August 2020 report now available.


(9/03/20)
HSEO CEO Scott Glenn was a guest on Sen. Stanley Chang’s “Our Homes: Ending the Housing Crisis” webinar. Scott discusses the EIS process as the former Hawaii OEQC director and HSEO’s current focus on economic recovery, energy equity. Watch on Sen. Stanley Chang’s YouTube channel.


(9/02/20)
HSEO’s Howard Wiig hosts ThinkTech’s “Code Green” series. In this episode, Howard’s guest is Nick Dizon discussing a solar-assisted large HVAC system atop the Matson Building that drops kW demand by 75%. Watch now on vimeo.


(9/01/20)
HSEO works closely with industry emergency management to minimize the consequences of energy disruptions and enhance recovery of Hawaii’s energy systems. During September’s National Preparedness Month “Make A Plan” and practice your plan. Learn more at Ready.gov Make a Plan.


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(8/18/20)
On July 30 Hawaii State Energy Office, Hawaii Energy and Waikiki Business Improvement District Association sponsored the webinar, Dueling UV Pulses: The Most Efficient Way of Zapping the COVID Virus? Presentations available at Training: Dueling UV Pulses: The Most Efficient Way of Zapping the COVID Virus?


(8/11/20)
Congratulations to the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission for being recognized as 2020 SEPA Regulatory Innovation Power Player of the Year. PUC Commissioner Jennifer Potter accepted the award on behalf of the PUC. Watch here.


(8/06/20) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. July 2020 report now available.


(8/04/20)
Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn issued the following statement following Hawaiian Electric’s announcement that its fleet of about 925 vehicles will be plug-in electric by 2035.
We commend Hawaiian Electric for leading by example as it moves to convert its fleet to all plug-in electric vehicles. Hawaii has a very bold energy agenda – to achieve 100 percent clean energy by the year 2045. It will take private sector leadership to decarbonize our economy, and we are pleased to have Hawaiian Electric as a partner in this effort.
Hawaiian Electric’s news release: Hawaiian Electric pledges an all-electric passenger fleet by 2035


(7/23/20)
Exciting employment opportunity in electrified transportation! This position provides project management support for the design and implementation of the Hawaii State Energy Office’s electrified transportation program in support of achieving the state’s energy goals. Application deadline is August 7. Get more information at Employment Opportunity.


(7/23/20) HSEO was awarded a $425,070 grant from the U.S. Dept. of Energy to pursue several strategic projects that advance Hawaii’s clean economy goals and support the state’s economic recovery.
Read news release


(7/14/20) Hawaii joined a group of 15 states and the District of Columbia to announce a joint memorandum of understanding (MOU), pledging to expand the market for electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including large pickup trucks and vans, delivery trucks, box trucks, school and transit buses, and long-haul delivery trucks (big-rigs).
Read news release


(7/06/20) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. June 2020 report now available.


(7/02/20) Congratulations to Representative Nicole Lowen! It will be great to have Hawaii’s experience represented on such a distinguished panel.
Read US Department of Energy news release


(6/24/20) The Hawaii Department of Transportation notifies the public of EV parking benefits to end June 30, 2020.
Read news release


(6/04/20)
The HSEO’s spring newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: HSEO’s response and recovery efforts to COVID-19.
The Current: Spring  2020


(6/03/20)
DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. May 2020 report now available.


(6/03/20)
Free webinar on Honolulu Amendments to the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code will  cover the new City and County of Honolulu amendments to the 2015 IECC which were approved by the City Council in May. Code changes affect both residential andnonresidential requirements.
June 19, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Webinar Register


(6/02/20)
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii and Hawaii Energy present Energy’s Role in Hawaii’s Economic Recovery and Resiliency Plans, June 16, 9:30-11:00 a.m. HSEO Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn will participate in this virtual panel discussion moderated by Hawaii Energy Executive Director Brian Kealoha. Hear from our Hawaii’s top leaders on short- and long-term plans including tax savings, job creation, clean energy sustainability benefits and more. Zoom webinar online registration closes on Monday, June 15 at 5:00 p.m. Fees apply.


(6/01/20)
The City and County of Honolulu, Divison of Purchasing, has an active solicitation: Solicitation No. RFP-DTS-1295305, Furnish and Deliver 29′ to 35′ Heavy Duty Low Floor Battery Electric Buses. Proposals are due by 6/8/2020.
See solication at: https://www4.honolulu.gov/bfspurchasingbids/main/vueOpenBids.asp?sType=G


(5/15/20)
HSEO launched a web page today to provide information, as it becomes publicly available, on the 13 solar-plus-storage and  three standalone storage projects announced by the Hawaiian Electric Companies as part of the largest renewable energy procurement ever undertaken in Hawaii. The development of the web page is part of the HSEO’s ongoing effort to keep Hawaii’s communities better informed about renewable energy projects from the early stages of their development.
Read news release


(5/06/20)
DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. April 2020 report now available.


(5/03/20)
Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 3-9, 2020


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DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. March 2020 report now available.


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DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. February 2020 report now available.


(3/03/20) The State Senate last Thursday confirmed Scott J. Glenn to serve as Hawaii’s first chief energy officer. Glenn, who was appointed to the position by Gov. David Ige last fall, will lead the Hawaii State Energy Office in its mission to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean transportation to help achieve a resilient, clean energy, decarbonized economy.
Read news release


(2/28/20) 2020 is the time to shape our future. Census Day is April 1. Learn more at Census 2020.


(2/26/20)
The HSEO’s winter newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: Expanding Hawaii’s EV charging network and renewable energy projects.
The Current: Winter 2020


(2/19/20) The HSEO is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals to guide our state toward clean energy independence.


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DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. January 2020 report now available.


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(1/31/20)
Name in the News: Scott Glenn, Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The head of the State Energy Office wants community input in developing clean energy.


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(1/15/20)
The 30th Hawaii State Legislature starts today – learn about the legislative process . . .
A Citizen’s Guide to Participation in the Legislative Process


(1/07/20)
DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. December 2019 report now available.


(1/06/20) Join Hawaii’s Chief Energy Office Scott Glenn at Hawaii Energy Policy Forum’s annual briefing: Bending the Curve: Energy, Transportation, and Climate Change Policy.
January 10, 2020
1:00 p.m.
Hawaii State Capitol Auditorium
Register at eventbrite.

 

(12/18/19)
HSEO’s fall newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: New CEO Scott Glenn.
The Current: Fall 2019


(12/12/19)

DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. November 2019 report now available.


(12/01/19)

Go green for the holidays. Consider buying a living tree you can then plant after the holidays.


(11/21/19)
The State of Hawaii has launched a new online mapping tool as part of its Hawaii Brightfields Initiative that will make it easier for land owners, developers, community members, and policymakers to assess the renewable energy potential of contaminated sites and other previously developed parcels statewide in support of Hawaii’s clean energy future.
Read news release


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(11/12/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. October 2019 report now available.


(11/01/19)

Landscape your yard with water-wise xeric plants.


(10/29/19) Hawaii was one of four states selected by the National Governors Association to participate in a state-focused technical assistance project to enhance their experiences in the GridEx V energy security exercise.
Read news release


(10/24/19) Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn issued the following statement in response to President Donald Trump’s affirmation that he plans to pull the United States out of the Paris climate agreement less than two weeks before his administration can formally start the process:

Hawaii is extremely disappointed with the failure of climate leadership at the federal level. Our small state has big ambitions, and by joining forces with the 25-governor U.S. Climate Alliance, we’re already producing significant actions. For Hawaii, climate change is an existential threat, and we cannot back down now—in fact, we need to ratchet up this ambition—to go well beyond the U.S.’s Paris pledge and keep warming to under 1.5 degrees.


(10/14/19) HAVEN assist planners, decision-makers, and other stakeholders in better understanding the relationships, trade-offs, and impacts of policies, regulations, or decisions made in the energy and other related sectors.


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(10/03/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. September 2019 report now available.


(10/01/19)

Don’t use your car as storage – keep it as light as possible. It takes more fuel to accelerate a heavier car.


(9/25/19) Energy Services Coalition recognized Hawai‘i for the eighth consecutive year as the nation’s cumulative per capita leader for investment in state and county energy efficiency projects, which are helping Hawai‘i meet its clean energy goals.
Read news release


(9/14/19) National Drive Electric Week, September 14-22, 2019, is a nationwide celebration to heighten awareness of today’s widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more.


(9/11/19) HSEO’s summer newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: Hawaii Green Business Program awardees and final analyses of utility study.
The Current: Summer 2019


(9/10/19)
The Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative is currently seeking nominations for participants to be members of an Advisory Group.  The Advisory Group will strive to provide fair, balanced and accurate input to the Executive Management Team regarding the issues and challenges relevant to Hawaii’s clean energy goals and refining those goals as appropriate.  Nomination period ends September 30, 2019. Nomination form is available at the HCEI Advisory Group page.

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(9/09/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. August 2019 report now available.


(9/01/19)

September is National Preparedness Month. This year’s theme: Prepared, Not Scared. Be Ready for Disasters. Visit ready.gov to Plan Ahead for Disasters.


(8/29/19)

Photo from Diamond Head, Oahu. Message: Hawaii's embrace of clean energy is rooted in a commitment to end its historical dependence on fossil fuels, which negatively impacts the state's economy, the environment and energy security.

(8/15/19) The Hawaii State Energy Office has launched a new online Energy Dashboard that features 26 charts providing Hawaii-specific energy and transportation data that will support sound decision-making as Hawaii moves forward with its clean energy transformation. In addition, HSEO released its 2019 edition of Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures publication and completed updates to its Hawaii Renewable Energy Projects Directory.
Read news release


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(8/13/19) HSEO believes Hawaii’s K-12 students are the next generation of clean energy leaders and sees value in investing towards educational programs. HSEO is accepting applications for sponsorship of K-12 educational programs on Hawaii’s clean energy initiatives and goals. Go to Bidding Opportunities and search for “Hawaii State Energy Office.” Application deadline is Sept. 12.
hands.ehawaii.gov/hands/opportunities


(8/07/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. July 2019 report now available.


(8/01/19)

State honors businesses and events for green practices. The awardees are among 35 businesses, organizations and events in several categories recognized today for adopting energy efficiency and sustainable business practices that will help them save money while advancing Hawaii’s clean energy agenda.
Read news release

Hawaii Green Business Program logo

(8/01/19)

Dirty solar panels reduces the efficiency of the system. Keep them clean to maximize the energy produced.


(7/24/19)

2019 Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures
We are pleased to share with you the 2019 edition of Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures. This publication, produced by the Hawaii State Energy Office, combines in one place key information and data about Hawaii’s energy ecosystem.

Thumbnail of Facts and Figures report cover

(7/23/19)

Hawaii’s transportation transformation.


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Training of Hawaii’s 2015 IECC County Amendments and Envelope Design
August 5-12, 2019

The Hawaii State Energy Office, Hawaii Energy, and allied professional organizations are sponsoring free half-day training sessions covering the new code’s building envelope requirements. This training explains how to comply with the code and will also cover the building science behind the building envelope’s impact on cooling loads, energy consumption, and occupant comfort.


(7/12/19) Hawaii Green Business Program’s interactive map shows businesses recognized as a “green business.

Hawaii Green Business Program logo

(7/03/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. June 2019 report now available.


(7/01/19)

Use fans in conjunction with less air-conditioning to keep cool.


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Hawaii’s hurricane season is June through November. Are you prepared? Visit the Department of Emergency Management’s site – Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.


(6/12/19) HSEO’s spring newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: Hawaii’s VW beneficiary plan and energy performance contracting success.
The Current: Spring 2019


(6/07/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more. May 2019 report now available.


(6/04/19) The Hawaii State Energy Office has completed a study analyzing alternative models for utility ownership and regulation in Hawaii. The study examined the costs and benefits, as well as the viability of, various electric utility ownership and regulatory models to help Hawaii in achieving its energy goals.
The full report can be viewed here
Read news release


(5/29/19) The Hawaii State Energy Office will host a public briefing to present the findings of a study requested by the Legislature to analyze the costs and benefits various models of utility ownership and regulation in Hawaii.

WHAT:
Public briefing on: Evaluation of Utility and Regulatory Models for Hawaii Final Report.

WHEN:
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Hawaii Convention Center, Emalani Theater

WHO:

  • Hawaii State Energy Office
  • London Economics International LLC

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(5/16/19) HSEO is proud to be a part of USGBC Hawaii Community’s building tour of the new Admin and Allied Health Facility at UH West Oahu Campus. Join us on 6/28/19 as we support the sharing of best practices and lessons learned in daylighting, onsite water reuse; and healthy indoor environments.
Click here for more information and tickets.


(5/08/19) HSEO’s tools support informed decision making early in #renewableenergy project design and planning phases. Check out our Self-Help Energy Suite.


(5/03/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trends report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption and much more.


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(4/04/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for March 2019 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(4/02/19) The Green Hotel Forum brings together hotels, resorts and other stakeholders to share their green initiatives. Click to view presentations


(3/27/18) See article on Drive Electric Hawaii in Hawaii Home + Remodeling –  In the Fast Lane, Electric vehicle adoption gains momentum across the Islands.


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(3/22/19) Stop by Drive Electric Hawaii’s EV Ride-and-Drive happening at the First Hawaiian International Auto Show, March 29-31.


(3/11/19) The Hawaii Green Business Program assists businesses that strive to operate in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. Get started in 3 easy steps!

Hawaii Green Business Program logo

(3/07/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for February 2019 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(3/05/19) HSEO’s winter newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: Analyzing through visualization and exploring deeper efficiency savings.
Winter 2019 newsletter

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(3/04/19) Electrify America selected Honolulu as one of 18 metropolitan areas to receive investment in electric vehicle DC fast chargers as part of the second phase of the organization’s National Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Investment Plan. “We welcome Electrify America’s investment in Hawaii’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure,” said Carilyn Shon, Hawaii State Energy Office administrator. “Expanding electric vehicle charging opportunities will play an important role helping achieve Hawaii’s goal of reducing fossil fuel consumption in the ground transportation sector.”
Read news release


(3/01/19) The EV Stations Hawaii app finds the nearest charging station giving drivers confidence that they can recharge while on the road.


(2/29/19) The Task Force for Comprehensive Electricity Planning announced that Hawaii has been named one of 16 states to represent the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) on the joint task force.
Read news release


(2/25/19) For calendar year 2018 and beyond, taxpayers claiming Hawaii’s renewable fuels production tax credit will be subject to several revised requirements. Learn more at Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit.


(2/21/19) HSEO is the lead agency to administer Hawaii’s VW Settlement Mitigation Trust. Keep informed – sign up for our mailing list.


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(2/15/19) HSEO will administer the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funds and execute eligible environmental mitigation projects to reduce vehicle emissions in Hawaii. Get the FAQs here.


(2/11/19) Hawaii has abundant natural energy resources such as solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, biofuels, hydropower, and ocean energy. Use HSEO’s interactive Directory to learn more about many of Hawaii’s existing and proposed renewable energy projects.
Hawaii Renewable Energy Projects Directory


(2/08/19) Electric cars & bikes at the Kauai Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive – tomorrow, Feb 9!


(2/06/19) Two excellent tools to increase energy efficiency in state buildings and facilities are benchmarking and performance contracting. Learn more about energy efficiency in state agencies.


(2/05/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for January 2019 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(1/28/19) Get the latest Biki news with Biki Leaks!


(1/22/19) The Hawaii Green Business Program assists and recognizes businesses that strive to operate in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.
Learn more: Hawaii Green Business Program


(1/17/19) Film crew from the Kyrgyz Republic interviews HSEO Renewable Energy Branch Chief Veronica Rocha for a documentary on clean energy in Hawaii.


(1/16/19) The 30th Hawaii State Legislature starts today – learn about the legislative process with the Citizen’s Guide to Participate in the Legislative Process.


(1/08/19) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for December 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(1/03/19) Drive Electric Hawaii promotes EVs in Hawaii. See who’s leading the charge.


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(12/18/18) For calendar year 2018 and beyond, taxpayers claiming Hawaii’s renewable fuels production tax credit (RFPTC) will be subject to several revised requirements. These revised requirements are the result of the enactment of Act 142 of 2017 and Act 143 of 2018. Following are some of the new requirements associated with each act.
News release


(12/05/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for November 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(12/04/18) HSEO’s fall newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: LEED Gold for HI Convention Center, Online Solar Water Heater Variances.
Fall 2018 newsletter

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(11/05/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for October 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(11/01/18) HSEO is a proud sponsor of the NELHA Energy Storage Conference. This conference will bring together experts from US National Laboratories, academia, government, and industry to present energy storage technologies and applications and consider opportunities and challenges.
Conference information and registration available here.


(10/17/18) Under the direction of the Hawaii State Legislature, HSEO within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism is undertaking a study on the future of electric utility ownership and regulatory models in Hawaii.

As a part of this study, you are invited to share your thoughts and input on the future of electric utility ownership and regulatory models including the role of performance based regulation in achieving state energy goals, including achieving 100% renewable energy and minimizing rate increases. We welcome everyone’s participation and request that you register via the link below.
Utility Model Study Community Meetings, November 2018


(10/04/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for September 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(9/05/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for August 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(9/04/18) Electronic filing now available for solar water heater variance applications. The application process for a solar water heater variance includes a new electronic filing option and the addition of a $25 processing fee.

News release

Solar Water Heater Variance page


(8/03/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for July 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(7/17/18)
The Hawaii State Energy Office is pleased to share our new brochure, State of Hawaii Strategic Energy Plan. This informational piece gives an overview of the state’s four strategic goals: promoting energy efficiency, diversifying our energy portfolio, establishing a 21st century grid, and accelerating clean transportation.


(7/10/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for June 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(6/25/18) Hawaii in 2030 and 2045: Energy, Economy, and Environment
HSEO administrator, Carilyn Shon, moderated a panel session at the 2018 VERGE Hawaii summit titled, Hawaii in 2030 and 2045: Energy, Economy, and Environment. The panel explored Hawaii’s clean energy goals set for 2030 and 2045. Recorded session and presentations are available for viewing.


(6/21/18) HSEO has released Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures for 2018. This comprehensive collection of data on Hawaii’s energy landscape shows the progress the state is making toward its clean energy goals.
2018 Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures


(6/20/18) The Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority is set to receive a $2 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office to advance solar-thermal desalination technologies, which can reduce cost and expand the market for creating freshwater from otherwise unusable waters.
News release


(6/12/18) The Hawaii State Energy Office will host a series of community meetings across the state starting tomorrow to gather community input for the second phase of a study being done on future models for utility ownership and regulation in Hawaii.
News release
Utility Model Study Community Meetings and Working Sessions


(6/07/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for May 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(6/07/18) HSEO is a proud community partner for the special screening of “Happening: A Clean Energy Revolution” at the Doris Duke Theatre.
Learn more about the film and purchase tickets.


(6/05/18) Join VERGE Hawaii from anywhere in the world by registering for VERGE Virtual. VERGE Hawaii will share lessons learned during the State of Hawaii’s clean energy journey and explore the technical, political and cultural solutions necessary to build a clean, resilient economy — in Hawaii and beyond.


(5/29/18) Check out the updated version of HSEO’s Renewable EnerGIS online mapping tool!


(5/09/18) Register for VERGE Hawaii at the Early-Bird Rate until May 11. Use discount code VH18HSEO10 for an additional 10% off!


(5/07/18) A series of free statewide training sessions were offered in April to government employees, architects, engineers, contractors, and others in the design and construction community. The training sessions covered energy efficient design concepts and code requirements for both residential and commercial buildings.
International Energy Conservation Code Training


(5/04/18) Meet the 2018 Hawaii Green Business Program awardees!


(5/04/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for April 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(5/03/18) This year’s awards for the Hawaii Green Business Program include innovative solutions to going green. A total of 26 businesses, organizations and events were recognized today for undertaking energy efficiency and sustainable business practices that will help their bottom line while advancing Hawaii’s clean energy goals.
News release


(4/16/18) Save the Date! Community Discussion on Electric Utility Regulatory Models
As directed by the Hawaii State Legislature, the Department of Business, Economic Development and  Tourism (DBEDT) is conducting a study on alternative electric utility and regulatory models in Hawaii. As part of this study, DBEDT’s contractors – London Economics International and Meister Consultants Group, invite you to share your thoughts and input on the future of electric utility regulatory models in achieving state energy goals, including achieving 100% renewable energy and minimizing rate increases.
For a schedule of locations, dates, and times, go to: energy.hawaii.gov/utility-model/community-outreach


(4/05/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for March 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(3/27/18) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has designated two more Hawaii highways as alternative fuel corridors, clearing the way for the installation of signage that will alert drivers to locations with electric vehicle chargers or hydrogen fuel stations.
News release


(3/12/18) International Energy Conservation Code Training
Learn about the new code from national code authority , Erik Kolderup, P.E. and Howard Wiig of the State Energy Office and State Building Code Council.Statewide training sessions offered April 16-23, 2018.


(3/07/18) The Hawaii State Energy Office is seeking public input as it develops a non-binding plan to spend up to $8.125 million from a settlement with German automaker Volkswagen to promote the reduction of vehicle emissions in Hawaii. The funds represent Hawaii’s share of a $2.925 billion Environmental Mitigation Trust established as part of two Partial Consent Decrees between the federal government and Volkswagen to settle allegations that the automaker cheated emissions tests and deceived customers. The Hawaii State Energy Office has developed a questionnaire to solicit and consider public input as it develops the state’s mitigation plan.
Opportunity for Public Comment (February 20-March 20, 2018)


(3/06/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for February 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(3/02/18) HSEO’s winter newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: HCEI 10th Anniversary and Drive Electric Hawaii
The Current: Winter 2018


(2/20/18) Qualifying renewable fuels producers planning to claim Hawaii’s new renewable fuels production tax credit (RFPTC) for the 2017 tax year must submit a “RFPTC – Credit Certificate” form now available online.
News release


(2/20/18) DBEDT is seeking public input as it develops a non-binding plan to spend up to $8.125 million from a settlement with German automaker Volkswagen to promote the reduction of vehicle emissions in Hawaii.
News release

Volkswagen Settlement Overview


(2/05/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for January 2018 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(1/11/18) The State of Hawaii has unveiled an updated version of its Renewable EnerGIS online mapping tool that will make it easier for land owners, developers, residents and policy makers to assess the renewable energy potential of sites statewide as Hawaii moves ahead with its clean energy transformation.
News release

Renewable EnerGIS Map


(1/09/18) Hawaii celebrated a milestone today by marking the 10th anniversary of the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative.
News release

Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative 10th Anniversary


(1/04/18) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for December 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(12/07/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for November 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(12/05/17) HSEO’s fall newsletter is available for viewing. In this issue: Untapping Energy Efficiency and HCEI 10th Anniversary.
The Current, Fall 2017


(11/06/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for October 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(11/01/17) GreenBiz Group has announced the advisory board for VERGE Hawaii 2018: Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, returning to Honolulu, Hawaii, June 12-14, 2018.


(10/05/17) HSEO will host a series of community meetings across the state next week to solicit community input for a study being done on future models for utility ownership and regulation in Hawaii.
Community meeting schedule


(10/03/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for September 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends


(9/29/17) Join us for the 17th annual Hawaii Build + Buy Green Conference: Celebrating Collaboration, Creativity, and Curriculum in Hawaii’s Green Schools. This annual event brings together nationally acclaimed speakers and local experts in the fields of green schools and campuses, design, engineering, construction and development.


(9/22/17) The Hawaii State Energy Office is proud to be a partner for the 2017 Build + Buy Green Hawaii Conference on October 13. Get more information and register today at usgbc.org/event/17th-annual-hawaii-build-buy-green


(9/18/17) The Hawaii State Energy Office is proud to be an Associate Partner for the 2017 Pacific Building Trade Expo on October 24. Register today at pacificbuildingtradeexpo.com


(9/12/17) Join the 2017 Electric Island Drive & Electric Vehicle Fair on September 17.
Electric Island Drive

(9/07/17) The Drive Electric Hawaii coalition has unveiled a website aimed at encouraging drivers to charge up and go electric!
DriveElectricHI.com

(9/07/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for August 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(8/21/17) A national network of energy efficiency experts recently honored Hawaii with its “Race to the Top Award” for the pioneering work being done by state and county agencies to boost investment in energy efficiency projects that are helping the state meet its clean energy goals.
News release

(8/03/17 DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for July 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(7/21/17) Carilyn Shon has been appointed administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office, effective July 31. In her new role, Shon will manage, develop, oversee and implement statewide energy programs, policies, and initiatives that support Hawaii’s clean energy transformation.
News release

Photo of Carilyn Shon

(7/11/17) Hawaii Joins Select Group of States to Reach Energy Efficiency Milestone
News release

(7/06/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for June 2017 is now available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(6/28/17) Congratulations to Bikeshare Hawaii on the launch of Biki! HSEO is proud to support this important initiative.

(6/23/17)  Another successful VERGE Hawaii conference! Watch the archived virtual stream on VERGE Virtual.

(6/15/17) Join HSEO Margaret Larson at VERGE Hawaii!

(6/06/17)  Hawaii is the first state in the nation to enact legislation that implements portions of the Paris agreement.


Governor’s Office News Release
FB Live: https://www.facebook.com/GovernorDavidIge/videos/821677504674310/

(6/07/17) Join HSEO Veronica Rocha at VERGE Hawaii!

(6/05/17)  In May, the Hawaii State Energy Office sponsored an HCEI Energy Efficiency Charrette to update stakeholders on the status of energy efficiency programs such as the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standards (EEPS), the Public Benefits Fee, the Public Benefit Fee Administrator, and the Energy Building Code. View agenda, presentations, and participant comments here.

(6/02/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for May 2017 is available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(6/01/17) Join HSEO Chris Yunker at VERGE Hawaii!

(5/26/17) Our latest edition of Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures is now available. View this comprehensive collection of energy data here:
Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures, May 2017

(5/25/17)  The Hawaii State Energy Office has an exciting employment opportunity!

(5/17/17)  Hawaii business and events were recognized at the 2017 Hawaii Green Business Program awards.

News release
Awardee Accomplishments

(5/16/17) HSEO’s Hawaii Green Business Program has launched a new website! Check out the program and learn how you can become a Hawaii Green Business Program awardee!

greenbusiness.hawaii.gov

(5/10/17) U.S. Department of Energy recognizes State of Hawaii for energy efficiency milestone

News release

(5/09/17) DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for April 2017 is available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(5/03/17)  Fifteen clean-economy startups have been selected to advance to the final round of the VERGE Hawaii Accelerate fast-pitch showcase.  The finalists are: Buoy LabsChallenergy Inc, Go Electric, GridCure, HiVE Energy Systems, Iteros, ProsumerGrid, Repower Capital, RetroLux, Software Motor Corporation, Solstice Energy Solutions, Solstice Power Technologies, Swiftmile, TouchLight Innovations and Wedge Global.  To learn more about VERGE Hawaii, visit: www.greenbiz.com/verge-hawaii

(5/02/17) See the new VERGE Hawaii promotional video featuring Gov. David Ige, DBEDT Director Luis Salaveria, and HEI President and CEO Connie Lau.

(5/01/07) Congratulations to Veronica Rocha, HSEO Renewable Energy Branch Manager, for being selected to PBN’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2017.
PBN’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2017
Meet Veronica

(4/28/17) Representatives from the Department of the Navy, Pacific Energy Solutions, LLC, Hawaiian Electric Company, and the Hawaii State Energy Office participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Solar Facility. The photovoltaic ground mounted system is located on JBPHH’s Waipaio Peninsula and began commercial operation on Feb. 23, 2017.

(4/27/17) GreenBiz Group will host a Sustainable Tourism Summit during its VERGE Hawaii: Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, which returns to Honolulu on June 20-22. The Summit will be produced in collaboration with the Hawaii Tourism Authority and global NGO, Sustainable Travel International, and will take place on Wednesday, June 21.

(4/20/17) Exciting updates for VERGE Hawaii!

Register today before Early-Bird rates expire to save more than 20% off on-site rates.

(4/12/17)  Howard Wiig of the Hawaii State Energy Office contributed an article for the USGBC Hawaii newsletter on Hawaii’s updated energy code.
USGBC Hawaii April 2017 newsletter

(4/11/17) The Hawaii State Energy Office is sponsoring an HCEI Energy Efficiency Charrette to update stakeholders on the status of energy efficiency programs such as the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standards, the Public Benefits Fee, the Public Benefit Fee Administrator, and the Energy Building Code.
Learn more and register today!

(4/06/17)  DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for March 2017 is available.
Monthly Energy Trends

(4/03/17) DBEDT is proposing an addition to the Hawaii Administrative Rules, Title 15, Chapter 37 (new chapter), entitled, “Solar Water Heater Variance.”  The objective of this new administrative rule is for DBEDT to provide a website for solar water heater variance request submissions.

(3/10/17)  DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for February 2017 is available
Monthly Energy Trends

(2/24/17) The Hawaii State Energy Office is a proud sponsor of the Maui Energy Conference, March 22-24.  This year’s conference will explore new and innovative pathways to a vibrant and clean energy future. Energy experts and stakeholders from across the U.S. will tackle critical cross-sector issues and examine groundbreaking strategies.

Maui Energy Conference

(2/21/17) HSEO’s Winter 2017 e-newsletter now available for download! This edition contains the efforts to update the RPS and VERGE Hawaii 2017.
The Current, Winter 2017

(2/04/17)  DBEDT’s monthly energy trend report for January 2017 is available
Monthly Energy Trends

(1/25/17) HSEO announces the last call to apply for up to $10,000 for sponsorship funding for clean energy events.

News release

(1/12/17) New interim chief named to head Hawaii’s state Energy Office

Pacific Business News article

(1/11/17)  DBEDT is now accepting notifications from renewable fuels producers planning to pursue Hawaii’s new renewable fuels tax credit. Taxpayers wishing to claim the credit are required to provide written notification to DBEDT of their intent to begin production of renewable fuels. Additionally, they are required to file a notification 30 days before the start of production.

News release

Notification forms and instructions can be downloaded at: https://energy.hawaii.gov/developer-investor.

(12/28/16) Hawaii has made progress toward its goal of lowering its dependence on oil, cutting the number of barrels imported by 41 percent since 2006. “In 2016, Hawaii’s clean energy transformation continued its momentum as more solar and wind power were added to the state’s electrical grids, boosting renewable energy to nearly one quarter of all utility electricity sale,” said Luis P. Salaveria, director of DBEDT.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser article

Cover of 2016 ERC report

(12/27/16) The 2016 edition of the Energy Resources Coordinator’s report is now available.

(12/21/16) HSEO received its Energy Services Coalition awards tor Race to the Top and Energy Stewardship Champion awards for 2016!

ESC awards

(12/20/16) As 5,000th EV is registered in Hawaii, Drive Electric Hawaii is formed to promote electric transportation for a clean energy future.  DBEDT is one of the founding participants.

(11/23/16) HSEO’s Fall e-newsletter now available for download! This edition contains the evolution of HCEI and HAVEN, the innovative data visualization tool.
The Current, Fall 2016

News release

KHON

(11/03/16)  Pacific Business News assembled six leaders in Hawaii’s energy industry for their insights on reaching the state’s 100 percent renewable energy goal by 2045.  The “PBN’s 2016 Energy Roundtable” included energy administrator Mark Glick.

PBN’s 2016 Energy Roundtable

(10/25/16) — GreenBiz Group and the Hawaii State Energy Office have announced the formation of an advisory board for the  VERGE Hawaii 2017: Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, returning to Honolulu June 20-22.

News release

(10/12/16)  Honolulu is the second-greenest big city in the U.S. according to a new report.

WalletHub 2016’s Greenest Cities in America Report

(10/10/16) Energy administrator Mark Glick participated in the “Grid Modernization Debate” at the 2016 Energy Bar Association Mid-Year Energy Forum.  Joined by fellow debaters Scott Hennessey, SolarCity and Richard Roberts, Steptoe & Johnson, the panel kept the audience engaged with their expert insights and perspectives.

Read about the debate in RTO Insider

(10/06/16) The Monthly Energy Trends report for September 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(9/29/16) Hawaii was recognized for the fifth consecutive year by the Energy Services Coalition as the nation’s leader for per capita investment in energy performance contracting.  “It’s gratifying that among Hawaii’s largest energy consumers, state and county agencies have helped drive Hawaii’s No. 1 per capita ranking in EPC contract value for each of the five years I have been energy administrator,” said Mark Glick.
News release

(9/09/16)  The enormity of DBEDT with 11 attached agencies and numerous divisions and branches doesn’t faze its director, Luis Salaveria.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser, DBEDT director sees role as “the champion for what’s possible in … Hawaii”

BRUCE ASATO / BASATO@STARADVERTISER.COM “We always say that it’s kind of hard … to do business in Hawaii. … (But) if that was the case, we wouldn’t have a startup community. We wouldn’t have some of the most vibrant and financially strong banks in the country. We wouldn’t have a robust tourism economy, all of these different things.” - Luis Salaveria, Director, state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
BRUCE ASATO / [email protected]
“We always say that it’s kind of hard … to do business in Hawaii. … (But) if that was the case, we wouldn’t have a startup community. We wouldn’t have some of the most vibrant and financially strong banks in the country. We wouldn’t have a robust tourism economy, all of these different things.” – Luis Salaveria, Director, state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism

(9/07/16)  The Monthly Energy Trends report for August 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(9/01/16)  Announcing the 16th Annual Hawaii Build + Buy Green Conference, September 22, 2016
This annual event brings together nationally acclaimed keynote speakers and local experts in the fields of green building and communities, affordable housing, design, engineering, construction and development. Under this year’s theme, “Breaking Ground on Green & Affordable Housing and Communities,” the conference will feature notable projects from Kakaako and across Oahu.

(8/30/16) The Hawaii State Energy Office has been selected to receive a competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to create a data visualization tool that will help stakeholders better understand the policy choices needed to move toward a 100 percent renewable energy system.
News release

(8/18/16) HSEO’s Summer e-newsletter now available for download!
The Current, Summer 2016

(8/17/16) NELHA’s first annual Energy Storage Conference will be on Sept. 12-13, 2016 in Kailua-Kona
Register here

(8/12/16) Energy administrator and NASEO Vice-Chair, Mark Glick, invites you to the NASEO 2016 Annual Meeting, Sept. 11-14.

(8/08/16) Attend the 8th Annual Hawaii Clean Energy Day “2030 or Bust: Reality Check” on August 16.
Register here

(7/06/16) The Monthly Energy Trends report for June 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(July 2016)  Governing Magazine looks at how Hawaii is working toward becoming the first state in the country to generate 100 percent of its electricity from renewable energy resources.  “This isn’t some sort of empty promise where we’re picking a big goal and we’re trying to pursue it,” says Mark Glick, administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office.

Governing Magazine, From Worst to First: Can Hawaii Eliminate Fossil Fuels? 

(6/21/16)  Clean energy leaders gathered at VERGE Hawaii to help Hawaii reach its goal of 100 percent renewables by 2045. Powering the summit is a microgrid composed of a biomass gasifier, PV panels and battery storage.

KITV

(6/21/16) Gov. David Ige and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Dennis V. McGinn signed a Memorandum of Agreement Tuesday to work on energy related issues of mutual benefit, to coordinate goals and to build partnerships whenever possible.  Luis Salaveria, DBEDT Director, says Hawaii can take advantage of every aspect of renewable energy that exists.

Governor’s Office News Release            Memorandum of Understanding

KHON

(6/21/16)  The state signed a renewable energy agreement with the U.S. Navy.  Energy Administrator, Mark Glick, says the Navy will help the state reach its goal of 100 percent renewable energy by 2045.  HPR’s Wayne Yoshioka reports

(6/16/16) Watch Mark Glick, Energy Administrator and Brandon Hayashi of OpTerra Energy on Sunrise promoting the VERGE Hawaii: Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, June 21-23.

KFVE Sunrise

(6/06/16) The Monthly Energy Trends report for May 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(6/03/16) See article by Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, “Lessons from Hawaii: Pursuit of 100 Percent Clean Energy Goal” on Brink News.

(5/19/16)  The state of Hawaii recently declared a goal of being energy-independent by 2045.  Achieving that would hit a “triple bottom line,” spurring economic, social, and environmental progress all at the same time.  “Accessing renewable energy technology for us is really the key that we see is going to be the equalizer for all of the things, ” said Luis Salaveria, Director of Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.

ASB-CBN News

(5/16/16)  A federal agency is reviewing three proposals from two companies who want to build floating wind farms in waters off Oahu.  The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, which will decide whether to issue any leases for the project, held a meeting to update stakeholders about the next steps in the lengthy process.

Hawaii News Now

(5/06/16) The Monthly Energy Trends report for April 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(4/22/16)  Gov. Ige recognized 16 businesses and five events for their work in conserving energy and implementing sustainable practices.

Hawaii News Now

(4/22/16)  State honors businesses and events for green practices.  The state honored 16 businesses and five events today for their innovative work to conserve energy and implement sustainable practices that will protect the environment and help Hawaii meet its clean energy goals.

News release

Awardee Accomplishments

(4/13/16)  The voting period for the VERGE Hawaii Accelerate pitch competitions is open, giving the public the chance to weigh in on which innovative startups will be featured at VERGE Hawaii: Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, June 21-23, at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu.  VERGE Accelerate elevates early-stage entrepreneurs whose innovations address market opportunities at the intersection of technology and sustainability. The competition reinforces VERGE Hawaii’s mission to foster the innovative technologies and solutions that will enable Hawaii to fulfill its ambitious mandate to be powered by 100 percent renewable energy in the electricity sector by 2045.

Between now and April 24, the 20 semifinalists’ 60-second video nominations will be available on the VERGE Hawaii Accelerate website, where everyone is encouraged to vote for their favorites. Community votes will help determine the 12 startups selected to pitch at VERGE Hawaii — six for the Go-to-Market Showcase, for startups under $2 million in combined investment and revenue, and six for the Demonstration Showcase, for startups with between $2 million and $5 million in combined investment and revenue.

(4/05/16) The Monthly Energy Trends report for March 2016 is now available.
This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(4/02/16) Early-bird savings from April 2-May 20 for VERGE Hawaii.
Experience thought-provoking keynote sessions, deep-dive workshops, action-oriented breakouts and a showcase of innovative solutions led by more than 150 thought leaders and practitioners from Hawaii and around the world.

(3/17/16)  Mark Glick says good planning is key to finding right mix of renewable energy resources for lowest long term costs for consumers at the Maui Energy Conference.

MEC_MG2

(3/17/16)  DBEDT Director Luis Salaveria moderates panel on investing in Hawaii at the  Maui Energy Conference.

MEC_LPS1

(3/04/16)  The Monthly Energy Trend Report for February 2016 is now available.  This monthly report contains data on crude oil prices, average monthly gasoline and diesel prices, barrels of oil imported from foreign countries, fuel consumption, vehicle registration, electricity generation, and data on renewable energy used in electricity generation.

(3/03/16)  Register for VERGE Hawaii to experience thought-provoking keynote sessions, deep-dive workshops, action-oriented breakouts and a showcase of innovative solutions led by more than 150 thought leaders and practitioners from Hawaii and around the world. You can see the current confirmed speaker list here.

VERGE Hawaii welcomes those seeking to seize the renewable energy opportunity, whether in Hawaii or elsewhere, by learning from leaders already working to build a sustainable energy future. If you register by April 1, you can save up to 20% off the full price.

(2/22/16)  Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, under the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, told PBN that his office is concerned with the nature of the conditional commitments proposed by the Florida energy giant.

Pacific Business News, NextEra Energy-Hawaiian Electric deal not acceptable as it stands, state energy chief says

(2/16/16)  Governor Ige joins bipartisan Governors’ Accord for a New Energy Future.

Governor’s Office News Release

(2/5/16)   What does 2016 hold for Hawaii’s economy?  The panelists had some great answers at PBN’s Economic Forecast 2016.  Panelists were Paul Brewbaker, principal, TZ Economics; Mark Glick, administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office; Sumner La Croix, chair, Department of Economics, University of Hawaii Manoa and research fellow, University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization, or UHERO; Andrew Rosen, president & CEO, Hawaii State Federal Credit Union; and George Szigeti, president & CEO, Hawaii Tourism Authority.   Glick shared that Hawaii can expect to see new investments this year as Hawaii moves toward its 100percent renewables goal for 2045.

Pacific Business News, PBN’s economic forecast 2016 sees steady, if modest, growth: Slideshow

(1/08/16)  State Energy Administrator Mark Glick’s New Year’s resolution for 2016: “We are committed to execute on our clean-energy transformation in 2016 as boldly as we established our 100 percent renewable-energy policy in 2015.  This will involve new alliances and innovative planning tools for design of Hawaii’s new energy ecosystem.”

Pacific Business News, Part 2 0f 2: Top New Year’s resolutions for Hawaii article

(1/04/16)  Join Energy Office Administrator, Mark Glick and other experts at Pacific Business News’ 2016 Economic Forecast.  The event will cover what to expect for the local, state and national economies, as well as outlooks for Hawaii’s largest and key industries.
Friday, February 5, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
The Plaza Club
Register here

(12/17/15)  HPR-2 reports on DBEDT’s energy report with an interview with Energy Office Administrator, Mark Glick.

(12/14/15)  The Hawaii State Energy Office has released its “Energy Resources Coordinator’s Annual Report 2015” documenting Hawaii’s progress and leadership on its clean energy objectives.

News release

Energy Resources Coordinator’s Annual Report 2015

(12/06/15)  The Aloha State ranked ninth in the country in the third quarter of 2015, holding steady from its same ranking in the same quarter last year, the Solar Energy Industries Association/GTM Research U.S. Solar Market Insight report said.

Pacific Business News article (PDF)

(12/07/15)  As the first ever global Green Bank Network was announced today at the Paris climate talks, U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz released an Energy Department report that examines innovative financing mechanisms adopted by eight states — California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Oregon — that spur investments in clean energy, energy efficiency, and resilient infrastructure.

USDOE news release

Full report: Energy Investment Partnerships: How State and Local Governments Are Engaging Private Capital To Drive Clean Energy Investments

 

(11/20/15)  The latest edition of the Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures is now available!  Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures a comprehensive collection of data on Hawaii’s energy landscape and progress towards its clean energy goals.

Hawaii Energy Facts & Figures, November 2015 Edition

(October 2015)  Article by Mark Glick, State Energy Administrator, on the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative.

Global Island News

(9/04/15)  Hawaii ranks #1 in lowest average energy usage

Save On Energy

(9/03/15)  Hawaii ranked 1st nationwide for total solar power capacity per person

Lighting The Way

(8/28/15)  Mark Glick, State Energy Administrator, is featured in PBN’s Social Capital

PBN Social Capital

(8/24/15)  DBEDT, Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning Sign Clean Energy MOU
Government officials from Korea and Hawaii, business leaders, clean energy advocates joined DBEDT Director Luis P. Salaveria and KETEP President Dr. Whang Jintaek as the two leaders signed a memorandum of understanding initiating cooperation in green energy technology research and development for applications in Hawaii.

DBEDT_KETEP

(8/18/15)  Mark Glick, energy administrator, discusses Hawaii’s energy future with Howard Dicus.

Hawaii News Now Sunrise

(8/13/15)  State Energy Office taps the GreenBiz Group to bring cutting-edge VERGE series to Hawaii.  Mark Glick, Hawaii State Energy Office Administrator, said bringing VERGE to Hawaii highlights the state’s emergence as a global clean energy leader. “Hawaii has been able to attract international investment from governments and corporations that see the state as a bellwether for clean energy, and a place where the next generations of energy solutions will be born.”

News release (PDF)

(8/11/15)  The state of Hawaii is expected to sign a major agreement with Korea’s leading energy technology institute later this month to collaboratively work on test projects in the state, including a packaged battery system for residential homes, the head of Hawaii’s energy office told PBN.

Pacific Business News article

(7/17/15)  Businesses and event organizers across Hawaii have taken their commitment to reduce, reuse and recycle to a new level.  Twenty-four of these renewable energy and efficiency stewards were honored today by the state for their outstanding clean energy efforts at the 2015 Hawaii Green Business Awards.

News release (PDF)

Hawaii Green Business Awards

(7/15/15)  Senator Mazie K. Hirono spoke about the importance of finding renewable energy solutions for island states and communities like Hawaii at a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing on Islanded Energy Systems in Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Territories.  Witnesses at the hearing included Hawaii State Energy Office Administrator Mark Glick.

Real Estate Rama article

(7/14/15)  The U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources held a hearing to receive testimony on islanded energy systems: energy and infrastructure challenges and opportunities in Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Territories.  Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, represented the State of Hawaii.

(7/08/15)  Hawaii-Okinawa Energy Innovation Forum.  Representatives from the State of Hawaii, Okinawa Prefectural Government, U.S. Department of Energy, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Japan’s Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Hawaiian Electric Co., and research institutions from Japan and Hawaii will meet to discuss strategies to be pursued under a five-year extension of the Hawaii-Okinawa Memorandum of Cooperation for Clean (MOC) and Efficient Energy Development and Deployment. The public is invited to attend.

Media Advisory (PDF)

(7/03/15)  Solar plane arrives in Hawaii.  “It is fitting that Solar Impulse 2 made its first U.S. stop in Hawaii, which is becoming one of the world’s leading test beds for clean energy development,” said Mark Glick, Hawaii State Energy Office administrator.

News release (PDF)

(7/01/15) The cost of a roof top system could set a homeowner back around $30,000. Many families don’t have the money to put down, or have trouble getting a loan. But the state’s energy office is making a new program available. It’s called Green Energy Market Securitization, or GEMS.

KITV news clip

(6/30/15)  GEMS program begins accepting clean energy loan applications from consumers

News release (PDF)               GEMS program

(6/10/15)  Hawaii’s dual announcement of a fulfilled and new Commitment to Action took center stage at the opening of the Clinton Global Initiative’s 2015 CGI America in Denver.

News release (PDF)               Clinton Global Initiative – Hawaii Statewide Modern Grid Workforce Training Deployment

(6/09/15)

(KGMB) Energy Independence: Hawaii to Use 100% Renewable Energy by 2045

(KITV) House Bill 623: 100% Electricity from Renewable Resources by 2045

(KHON) Hawaii Clean Energy: 100% Renewable

(6/08/15)  Gov. David Ige today signed into law four energy bills, including one that strengthens Hawaii’s commitment to clean energy by directing the state’s utilities to generate 100 percent of their electricity sales from renewable energy resources by 2045.  “Raising the bar for renewable energy in Hawaii will also push the state to stay out in front on innovation,” said Mark Glick, administrator, State Energy Office. “We are finding ways to be innovative both with technical solutions and financing structures that will help us meet our ambitious renewable energy goals.”

EnergyBillSigning_6.08.15

Watch the bill signing ceremony

(6/02/15)  Hawaii ranks in the top ten states for clean-tech leadership according to a new report by Clean Edge, a research and advisory firm devoted to the clean-tech sector.  The report highlights Hawaii as establishing the nation’s first statewide 100% renewables target by 2045.

2015 U.S. Clean Tech Leadership Index, Clean Edge

(6/01/15)  The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management will present information on two unsolicited lease requests received in January for wind energy projects offshore Oahu, and will explain the next steps in the BOEM process.

Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Homer A. Maxey International Trade Resource Center, Pier 2, 521 Ala Moana Blvd
Speakers scheduled to appear include:
– Joan Barminski, Regional Supervisor, Office of Strategic Resources, BOEM Pacific Region
– Leo Asuncion, Acting Director, Office of Planning, DBEDT
– Tracy Logan, Hawaii Task Force Coordinator, BOEM Pacific Region
– Mark Eckenrode, NEPA Coordinator/Physical Scientist, Office of Environment, BOEM Pacific Region
– Mark Glick, Administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office

Media Advisory (PDF)

(5/26/15)

Transportation Analysis Stakeholder Meeting
DBEDT is organizing this meeting to present an introductory overview of The International Council on Clean Transportation’s Transportation Energy Analysis Draft Report.

Wednesday, June 17, 2015
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hawaii Foreign Trade Zone No. 9

Registration ends June 15.

Eventbrite - Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative Transportation Analysis Stakeholder Meeting

FTZ Parking Map

Meeting Agenda

(5/08/15)  Hawaii is on the verge of being the first state in the U.S. to set a goal of generating all of its electricity from renewable energy sources.  “This is a significant step in our effort toward reducing Hawaii’s dependence on expensive imported oil and putting the state on the path toward greater energy, environmental and economic security,” Mark Glick, Hawaii State Energy Office administrator, said.

“Hawaii Sets Goal of 100% Renewables by 2045,” Climate Central

(4/24/15)  Hawaii could be the first state in the country to meet all of its electricity demand with renewable resources.  Mark Glick, the Hawaii State Energy Office energy administrator, said that economically speaking, the bill makes sense. Energy available from Hawaii’s numerous renewable sources “competes favorably today with the cost of oil,” he said, making a 100 percent goal “both lofty and achievable.”

“Hawaii Wants To Be The First State To Run Completely On Renewable Energy,” Huffington Post

(4/24/15)  Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, responds to questions on energy in Hawaii

“Four questions for Mark Glick on energy,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(4/15/15)  Hawaii State Energy Office Administrator Mark Glick joined Sen. Mike Gabbard and Rep. Chris Lee on Civil Cafe’s panel – Can Hawaii Achieve 100% Renewable Energy Goals by 2040?

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Energy Administrator Mark Glick, Rep. Chris Lee and Sen. Mike Gabbard

Civil Cafe at the Legislature

(4/10/15)  Two major initiatives are in the works at the State Energy Office, and both are aimed at reducing Hawaii’s dependence on fossil fuel.

“Hawaii accelerates its transition to cleaner energy,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(3/25/15)  The Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority said it has begun accepting loan applications from nonprofits, which can use the state’s Green Energy Market Securitization program, or GEMS, to save money on their electric bills with no money down.

“Hawaii looking for nonprofits to help with solar energy system installations,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(3/25/15)  A low-interest loan program created by the state to help Hawaii nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters pay for solar power systems is open for business.  The Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, a state agency running the program, announced that nonprofits can apply for photovoltaic system loans.

“Nonprofits poised to save on energy,” Honolulu Star-Advertiser (PDF)

(3/25/15)  The Hawaii Energy Office contends neither NextEra Energy nor HECO are providing the necessary testimony and supporting analyses to explain their assertions and commitments.

“State agency wants more details on proposed sale of Hawaiian Electric Co. to NextEra Energy,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(3/24/15)  Nonprofit organizations that have had difficulty obtaining financing for solar PV systems can now apply for a loan under the state’s Green Energy Market Securitization (GEMS) program.  “Hawaii’s new GEMS program takes a major step in that direction by bringing an innovative approach to financing clean energy infrastructure that has the potential to serve as a national model,” said Luis Salaveria, DBEDT director.

News release (PDF)

GEMS Program

(3/11/15)  Gov. David Ige lays out his vision to wean Hawaii off fossil fuels, listing the increased use of batteries with solar systems, the short-term use of liquefied natural gas and the reduction in incentives paid to solar owners as changes he’d like to see.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser video interview

(3/02/15) ChargePoint ranks Honolulu 5th at most EV-friendly city

ChargePoint news release (PDF)

(2/26/15) The Honolulu-based Hawaii Foreign Trade-Zone No. 9 is looking to get entirely off the grid by developing its own microgrid system.

“Hawaii Foreign Trade Zone looks at going off the grid with microgrid project,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(2/04/15) Hawaii ranks 6th in US Green Building Council’s Top 10 States For LEED 2014

(2/02/15) Mark Glick, administrator for the Energy Office, said the changes are a crucial step toward getting the state closer to its renewable-energy goal of 70 percent clean energy by 2030 — 40 percent from renewables and 30 percent from efficiency measures.

“Hawaii Energy Office restructures its internal branches,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(1/12/15) The January 2015 Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders list is now available. This list contains 44 renewable energy projects that are demonstrating progress toward becoming commercial enterprises that in turn will assist the State of Hawaii achieve its clean energy goals.

(12/18/14) Hawaii has made great strides in achieving its renewable energy goals, and now finds itself in a new energy ecosystem according to a new state report.

“Hawaii made great progress towards renewable energy in 2014, report says,” Pacific Business News (12/18/14) (PDF)

(12/18/17) The 2014 Energy Resources Coordinator’s Report now available. This report outlines HSEO’s vision for transforming Hawaii’s energy future and shows our state’s clean energy progress.

ERC 2014

(12/17/14) DBEDT has garnered a top financial industry award for its successful effort to raise $150 million in the bond market to support the new GEMS program. “It is an honor to be recognized for our effort to develop an innovative financing structure that will bring clean energy to underserved groups of consumers so they too can lower their electric bills,” said Gov. David Ige.

News release (PDF)

GEMS Program

(12/02/14) Hawaiian Electric Co. customers will see a monthly $1.29 green infrastructure fee on their bills to help finance the state’s $150 million Green Energy Market Securitization program.

“Green infrastructure fee to appear on Hawaiian Electric bills this month,” Pacific Business News (12/02/14) (PDF)

(11/16/14) The Hawaii State Energy Office’s Clean Energy Solutions program manager, Tan Yan Chen, answers questions about the GEMS (Green Energy Market Securitization) program.

“Financing program helps consumers to get solar,” Honolulu Star-Advertiser (11/16/14)

(10/29/14) The Hawaii State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism announced the details of an upcoming offering of approximately $150 million of bonds to support the department’s Green Energy Market Securitization program.

News release (PDF)

GEMS Program

(10/19/14) Honolulu Star-Advertiser Letter to the Editor by Mark Glick, Administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office, “DBEDT comments were poorly worded.”

Letter to the Editor (PDF)

(10/17/14) Report shows strong public support for renewable energy in Hawaii.
The U.H. Center on the Family recently produced a report describing results from a statewide survey of public attitudes towards energy generation technologies. The purpose of the study was to compare levels of public support for renewable energy technologies vs. conventional energy sources.

U.H. Manoa news release (PDF)

Renewable Energy Report 2014: Public Attitudes About Renewable Energy in Hawaii (PDF)

(10/10/14) On Hawaii News Now
The state issued a report against Hawaiian Electric Companies questioning major parts of the company’s recent power supply plans. “We simply feel they don’t go far enough fast enough. Our criticism is really that we see the energy policy objectives and our energy policy goals and renewable objectives require transformational change,” said Mark Glick, Hawaii State Energy Office Administrator.

(10/06/14) DBEDT has filed two responses to the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission regarding Hawaiian Electric Industries’ distributed generation interconnection plan and power supply improvement plans.

DBEDT comments on HEI companies’ Distributed Generation Interconnection Plan

DBEDT comments on HEI companies’ Power Supply Improvement Plans

(10/01/14) DBEDT welcomed the PUC’s approval of DBEDT’s innovative Green Energy Market Securitization (GEMS) program which will provide low-cost capital to finance clean energy improvements for Hawaii consumers who have had difficulty obtaining financing for such projects. “The GEMS program provides a clear opportunity to fill that market gap. GEMS funds can be used alone or in combination with private capital to provide financing to these consumers through our deployment partners, such as solar financiers, local financial institutions and national energy lenders,” said Mark Glick, State Energy Office administrator.

News release (PDF)

(9/15/14) Gov. Neil Abercrombie and Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz signed a Memorandum of Understanding, reaffirming their commitment to the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative, a long-term partnership to increase energy efficiencies and maximize the use of Hawaii’s abundant renewable energy resources. “Today’s announcement demonstrates that by setting ambitious clean energy goals, the United States can support local industries while also moving towards a low carbon future,” said Secretary Moniz. “These types of collaborative efforts are an important component of the President’s Climate Action Plan, which will help reduce our greenhouse gas emissions while strengthening the clean energy economy in Hawaii and nationwide,” he added.

News release (PDF)

Memorandum of Understanding (PDF)

(9/05/14) The Public Utilities Commission has approved the State of Hawaii to issue up to $150 million in bonds to provide low-cost capital for a proposed loan program that would expand access to solar photovoltaic systems and other clean energy improvements for Hawaii consumers who have had difficulty obtaining financing for such projects. “We’re taking a well-established securitization structure and repurposing it for the benefit of underserved consumers in Hawaii, such as nonprofits, renters and lower-income folks who want to enjoy the savings of clean energy.” said DBEDT Director Richard Lim.

News Release (PDF)

(9/02/14) Hawaii was recognized for the third consecutive year by the Energy Services Coalition as the nation’s leader for per capita investment in energy performance contracting. “We’ve challenged ourselves and our agency partners — as some of Hawaii’s largest energy consumers — to lead by example and push the limits of energy performance contracting,” said Mark Glick, State Energy Office Administrator.

News Release (PDF)

(8/08/14) The Hawaii Energy Office is staffing up to deal with what it sees as major challenges during a critical time, said Administrator Mark Glick.

“Energy Office Staffs Up for ‘High-Impact’ Projects,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(7/29/14) The Hawaii Energy Office is well equipped to handle all of the daunting challenges ahead as the state moves closer and closer to its renewable energy goal, says Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office.

“Hawaii Energy Office well equipped to handle upcoming challenges, its top official says,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(7/24/14) Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, is turning to California’s former Environmental Protection Agency chief as the state focuses more on the transportation portion of the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative.

“Hawaii turns to California’s former EPA chief for help with transportation energy goals,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(7/18/14) Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, says the new HCEI 2.0 transportation goals will look at ways to reduce the amount of fuel the state uses.

“Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative ‘2.0’ involves a recommitment to setting transportation goals,” Pacific Business News (PDF)

(7/11/14) On KITV news
The Hawaii Green Business Awards honored energy efficient businesses for their innovative clean energy efforts. Lt. Gov. Shan Tsutsui presented 22 honorees including hotels, restaurants, and green events.

News Release (PDF)

2014 Hawaii Green Business Awardee Accomplishments

(7/07/14) GreenSun Hawaii Loan Program finances $3 million in solar installations statewide.

News Release (PDF)

(6/20/14) Governor signs five bills relating to energy. “We spend billions of dollars a year on imported oil,” Gov. Abercrombie said. “Let’s keep our money within the state by investing in clean, renewable energy development that will reduce carbon emissions in the process, helping to mitigate climate change. These bills are critical to Hawaii’s future and demonstrate our commitment to a more sustainable state for our residents.”

News Release (PDF)

(6/12/14) Hawaii State Energy Office Administrator Mark Glick will be a panelist on Pacific Business News’ 2014 Sustainability Panel on June 16, 2014.

(6/09/14) DBEDT has filed two applications with the state Public Utilities Commission seeking approval to move forward with the Abercrombie Administration’s Green Energy Market Securitization (GEMS) program, which will make solar panels and other clean energy improvements more accessible and affordable to Hawaii consumers. “The GEMS program is a significant step toward removing barriers that have prevented many Hawaii residents from embracing clean energy and lowering their power bills,” said Gov. Abercrombie.

News Release (PDF)

(6/02/14) On KITV news
The president unveiled his plan to cut emissions from power plants across the country including Hawaii. Mark Glick, State Energy Office Administrator, issued a statement about the new guidelines.

(6/02/14) The White House today released new rules under the Clean Air Act governing what existing power plants must do to reduce earth-warming greenhouse gas emissions. These rules provide states flexibility to utilize energy efficiency and renewable energy, such as outlined in the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative, as compliance measures. Gov. Abercrombie applauded the new rules, stated, “Hawaii is at the forefront of responding to climate change through our Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative, which serves as a substantial economic driver while reducing our dependence on imported oil.”

News Release (PDF)

(5/22/14) In a report prepared by Environmental Entrepreneurs, Hawaii ranks in the top 10 in the first quarter for the number of new jobs related to clean energy.

How Clean Energy Works for Hawaii (Environmental Entrepreneurs)

(5/16/14) Energy Administrator Mark Glick is interviewed for Pacific Business News’ “Leaders in Energy: Industry leaders forecast Hawaii’s energy future” article.

Pacific Business News article (PDF)

(5/08/14) On KFVE Sunrise
Mark Glick, Energy Administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office, talks with Howard Dicus on Sunrise about the Hawaii Refinery Task Force’s final report on the potential impacts of refinery closures in Hawaii.

(4/30/14) Mark Glick, Energy Administrator for the State of Hawaii, discusses the GEMS (Green Energy Market Securitization) program on ThinkTech Hawaii.

(4/29/14) The Hawaii State Energy Office and Gov. Neil Abercrombie commended the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission’s (PUC) issuance of four major decisions and orders today. The PUC’s decisions and orders relate to Integrated Resource Planning (IRP), Reliability Standards Working Group (RSWG), Policy Statement and Order Regarding Demand Response (DR) Programs, and Maui Electric Company (MECO) Rate Case Follow Up.

News Release (PDF)

(4/28/14) The Hawaii Refinery Task Force has completed its year-long study of the potential impacts of refinery closures and has submitted its final report to Gov. Abercombie

News Release (PDF)

Hawaii Refinery Task Force Final Report, April 9, 2014 (PDF)

(4/23/14) 2014 HAWAII BUILD AND BUY GREEN CONFERENCE
Net Zero Energy and Net Positive Impact
Learn about the latest in green building programs, case studies, and crowdsourcing
May 7 at the UH Cancer Center in Kakaako

Calendar Listing

(4/21/14) House and Senate lawmakers have agreed to kick start a statewide green infrastructure financing program designed to make clean energy improvements, such as photovoltaic panels, affordable and accessible to underserved community members, including low- and moderate-income homeowners, renters and nonprofits.

News release (PDF)

GEMS (Green Energy Market Securitization)

(4/14/14) On a per-capita basis, Honolulu is the leading solar city in the nation according to the Shining Cities: At the Forefront of America’s Solar Energy Revolution report by Environment America Research and Policy Center. “The Hawaii State Energy Office continues to stimulate Hawaii’s clean energy market with our innovative policies and deployment strategies,” said State Energy Administrator Mark Glick. “These rankings prove our commitment to increasing renewable penetration and reducing energy consumption.”

News release (PDF)

(3/12/14) Environmental Entrepreneurs’ jobs report for 2013 names Hawaii in the top 10 for clean energy states in the nation.

Clean Energy Works For Us: 2013 Year-In-Review and Q4 Report, Environmental Entrepreneurs

(2/27/14) DBEDT Director Richard Lim spoke at the ninth annual LNGA Conference in Singapore. Lim told participants the biggest demand for liquefied natural gas in Hawaii is for power generation, marine and ground transportation.

Liquefied natural gas could play key role in isle’s energy transition, Honolulu Star-Advertiser

9th LNGA Conference

(2/21/14) Oahu and Maui could share power and even lower residents’ electrical bills under a plan that involves the state, Hawaii’s largest utility and several undersea cable developers. Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, says the state supports an interisland transmission cable and believes and Oahu-Maui grid tie is in the public interest.

More Power to The People, Proposed Undersea Cable Would Enable Oahu and Maui to Share Energy, Pacific Business News

(2/19/14) HPR’s Molly Solomon interviews Mark Glick, State Energy Administrator, on the benefits of wind power.

Kahuku Wind Project Faces Blowback, Hawaii Public Radio

(2/18/14) The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released its ranking of the Top 10 States for LEED, on which the state of Hawaii placed ninth. “Hawaii’s recognition as one of the Top 10 States for LEED buildings speaks volumes about the vigorous and progressive actions taken by our government, education, hospitality and military communities,” said Gov. Neil Abercrombie. “The state is committed to fulfilling its clean energy goals, and I applaud all of those involved for their continued commitment toward energy efficiency.”

Infographic: Top 10 States for LEED in 2013 (USGBC.org)

(2/13/14) The state, County of Hawaii, and Hawaii Electric Light Company today announced a strategic partnership to share resources and attract companies interested in testing and evaluating pre-commercial energy storage units at the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology (HOST) Park in Kailua-Kona, managed by the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority (NELHA).

News release (PDF)

(2/12/14) Hawaii State Energy Administrator Mark Glick testified before the U.S. Senate Energy Subcommittee hearing on “Lessons from State Efficiency and Renewable Programs.” Glick discussed the Abercrombie Administration’s innovative efficiency and renewable policies, and suggested actions the federal government could take to support job creation and innovation at the state and local level.

Mark Glick’s testimony (PDF)

(2/03/14) On Al Jazeera America
As Hawaii pushes to decrease its dependence on imported oil, some islands are turning to wind power. However, some citizens say the wind turbines are built on sacred land. Mark Glick, Hawaii State Energy Commissioner, understands the struggle but would also like to break Hawaii’s dependence on oil, “Keeping our sites on the true goal which is to rid ourselves of imported oil which has created such a stranglehold on our economy.”

(1/21/14) On KGMB news
The public got a look at a new plan to build an undersea electricity cable between Oahu and Maui. An undersea electrical cable will save consumers more than $420 million over 30 years, a state official said. “The net of that provides savings to the rate payers just by combining the grids, said State Energy Administrator, Mark Glick.

(1/06/14) The Hawaii Energy Policy Forum will brief legislators and the public on the state of Hawaii’s clean energy scene on Friday morning at the State Capitol in Honolulu, with topics such as the so called barrel tax, grid modernization, interisland cable, local biofuels, liquefied natural gas and transportation. The annual briefing includes speakers such as state Sen. Mike Gabbard, chairman of the energy and environment committee, and Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, and others.

Hawaii Energy Policy Forum to brief lawmakers on clean energy sector, Pacific Business News

(12/31/13) The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission will hold a public meeting on Maui in January regarding the planned undersea cable that would connect the electric grids of both Oahu and Maui. Hawaii regulators are looking for input from stakeholders regarding whether an interisland transmission system connecting Oahu and Maui grids may be in the public interest. Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office, says that the interisland grid tie is an important initial step toward the ultimate goal of utilizing geothermal energy from the Big Island, which would involve connecting Maui to the Big Island.

Hawaii PUC plans meeting to discuss undersea cable between Oahu, Maui, Pacific Business News

(12/27/13) The Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism’s State Energy Office will be holding two free information workshops for energy-efficient equipment suppliers, distributors, and vendors. Topics will cover areas such as low interest financing, rebates, and energy performance contracting

Workshop information

Workshop registration

(12/23/13) The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s State Energy Office commends the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission’s approval of the Hu Honua 21.5 MW biomass power purchase agreement on Hawaii Island. “DBEDT commends the PUC for carrying out the state’s energy policy directives in pursuit of a diversified energy portfolio,” said DBEDT Director Richard C. Lim.” This decision reflects our policy of balancing technical, economic, environmental and cultural considerations for renewable energy projects, providing cost savings and creating green jobs in Hawaii County.”

News release (PDF)

(12/18/13) The Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism’s State Energy Office is providing technical assistance and guidance for the Department of Transportation’s newly announced energy efficiency program. The state’s 12 airports will be modernized with the latest in energy efficient and green technology. “This project reflects our focus on high impact solutions to meet our efficiency and renewable energy portfolio targets,” said Mark Glick, State Energy Administrator.

News release (PDF)

KGMB news clip

KITV news clip

KHON news clip

Airports Energy Conservation Project photo gallery

(12/17/13) The head of the Hawaii Energy Office says that 2013 was a turning point in the energy transformation in the state, where a number a barriers were identified and clear strategies set for the next several years. “To go beyond our existing goals, there were a series of actions,” said State Energy Office Administrator Mark Glick. “We’re now taking on the harder issues and finding solutions.”

Year In Review: Glick says 2013 was a turning point in Hawaii’s energy transformation, Pacific Business News

(12/06/13) The proposed Oahu-to-Maui power grid connection, which would involve an undersea cable linking both islands’ energy resources, could result in a savings of $423 million for ratepayers over a 30-year period. “[The grid tie] will help us increase renewable penetration,” said Mark Glick, administrator for the state Energy Office.

Oahu-Maui power grid connection could save $423M over 30 years, Pacific Business News

(12/04/13) Mark Glick, Energy Administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office, talks with Howard Dicus about the Hawaii Refinery Task Force interim report assessing the impacts of potential refinery closures in Hawaii.

Hawaii News Now video clip

(11/22/13) The Hawaii State Energy Office took top honors for two of its innovative online programs at the 2013 Hawaii Technology Excellence Awards. The online tools are:

News release (PDF)

(11/19/13) EV Stations Hawaii has been awarded the title of Best Energy Mobile Application of 2013 by the Web Marketing Association in its annual MobileWebAwards competition. The Hawaii State Energy Office partnered with the Hawaii Information Consortium, LLC and Honolulu Clean Cities to create and release EV Stations Hawaii to the Android and Apple App Stores earlier this year. The mobile application is designed to reduce range anxiety for electric vehicle (EV) drivers by providing EV charging station locations and mapping directions across all four Hawaii counties.

News release (PDF)

MobileWebAwards 2013

EV Stations Hawaii

(11/15/13) The Hawaii Refinery Task Force has submitted its Interim Report to Governor Neil Abercrombie assessing the impacts of potential refinery closures on Hawaii’s energy system and analyzing options for assuring the state’s energy security.

News release (PDF)

Hawaii Refinery Task Force – Refinery Closure Report, Interim Report, November 12, 2013

(11/08/13) Pacific Business News “In My Opinion” article by Mark Glick, administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office – “Linking energy futures of Oahu, Maui is crucial”

Pacific Business News Opinion

(10/31/13) The GreenSun Hawaii loan program has reached the $2 million milestone of loans issued. The program provides residential, multi-family projects, nonprofits and businesses with affordable means of financing the installation of energy efficient and renewable energy systems. “GreenSun Hawaii is a model example of how innovative financing programs play a key role in transitioning Hawaii to a clean energy economy,” said Gov. Neil Abercrombie.

News release (PDF)

GreenSun Hawaii – Sustainability Made Affordable

(10/26/13) Honolulu ranks fifth for electric vehicle use. An electric vehicle charging company ranked Hono­lulu fifth highest on its list of the top 10 metropolitan areas for electric vehicles. California-based ChargePoint based the rankings on the number of EVs and ChargePoint stations in each metro areas on a per capita basis. The top five cities in order are San Francisco; Seattle; San Diego; Austin, Texas; and Hono­lulu.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser Business Briefs

(10/15/13) The State Energy Office participated in the Office of Planning’s “Green Industry Permitting Workshop.” The workshop provided industry professionals and Hawaii permitting agencies information on land use and environmental permitting requirements to assist green industry project proponents, including renewable energy and high technology projects, in the permit application process. Representatives from Hawaii, Maui, Kauai, and the City and County of Honolulu presented on common issues to obtaining permits, and representatives from the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Planning, Department of Land and Natural Resources, and the Hawaii State Energy Office presented on efforts made by these agencies to support project permitting. Bob Hines of the State Energy Office briefed the conferees on several of the online interactive permitting tools and guidance materials that are publicly available on the State Energy Office website – Developer & Investor Center

Bob Hines of the State Energy Office
Bob Hines of the State Energy Office presents on the office’s online permitting tools and resources.

(10/14/13) The State Energy Office commends a new fuel contract between Hawaiian Electric Company and Hawaii BioEnergy recently approved by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission. The agreement calls for Hawaiian Electric to purchase approximately 10 million gallons of locally produced biofuels annually from HBE over 20 years for the utility’s Kahe Power Plant in Kapolei. “The PUC’s approval of this agreement sets a clear path for achieving the state’s long-term economic and clean energy interests,” said Gov. Neil Abercrombie. “This agreement will contribute to Hawaii’s green job growth, which is a key part of Hawaii’s economic transformation through the expanding clean energy sector.”

News Release (PDF)

(9/18/13) The American Council on Renewable Energy’s 2013 Renewable Energy in the 50 States: Western Region report says Hawaii has one of the most diverse renewable energy generation opportunities of any other state in the United States.

Report: Hawaii has most diverse renewable energy opportunities in U.S., Pacific Business News

ACORE’s Renewable Energy in the 50 States: Western Region, 2013 Edition

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(9/16/13) Energy Administrator, Mark Glick, participated in the 2013 NASEO Annual Meeting & Getting to Zero National Forum in Denver, CO. Mr. Glick presented in the “State Energy Offices Transforming the Electricity Sector” session.

Mark Glick’s presentation

NASEO Annual Meeting website

(9/11/13) Secretary of Energy, Dr. Ernest Moniz, provided opening remarks for the “Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative 5-Years of Progress” panel at the 2013 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo.

(9/09/13) For the first time in the state’s history, a comprehensive state energy policy has been developed. The new policy outlines the State of Hawaii’s commitment to make long-term investments in technology to enable an integrated system based on clean energy resources.

State of Hawaii Energy Policy

(9/09/13) The Hawaii State Energy Office is pleased to announce the release of its 2013 brochure The Future Is Bright – Advancing Hawaii’s clean energy industry (PDF).

(9/06/13) Hawaii ranks first in the nation for energy savings performance contracting (ESPC) investment per capita, a distinction acknowledged last month when the state accepted the Energy Services Coalition’s prestigious Race to the Top award for the second year in a row.

News release (PDF)

(8/28/13) Top 10 States for Clean Energy Job Announcements in Q2 2013: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, Oregon, Texas.

Report: 38,600 Clean Energy, Transportation Jobs Announced In Q2; New Web Site Tracks Job Growth By State, Sector, The Business Journals

2013 Second Quarter Clean Energy/Clean Transportation Jobs Report, Environmental Entrepreneurs

(8/21/13) Although clean energy investment was down in 2012, certain states are making considerable headway in installing renewable energy, according to a new index released by Ernst & Young. California continues to keep the top spot, with strong scores in solar and geothermal. Texas comes in third again, but a new state has jumped in between these two juggernauts: Hawaii.

GreenTech Solar article

United States Renewable Energy Attractiveness Indices, Ernst & Young, August 2013

(7/23/13) Environment America’s Research & Policy Center released Lighting the Way: What We Can Learn from America’s Top 12 Solar States, a new report highlighting a solar energy boom across the country. The report ranks Hawaii 3rd in the nation per capita for solar installations. This makes Hawaii one of a dozen states that have led the nation in solar energy with supportive policies and a commitment to continued expansion.

News release (PDF)

Lighting the Way: What We Can Learn from America’s Top 12 Solar States Report

(7/13/13) The state has launched a mobile app, EV Stations Hawaii, that helps drivers locate public charging stations. The app is free and available to Apple and Android smartphones and mobile devices. The app is part of a collection of self-help tools the State Energy Office is creating to enhance the overall electric vehicle experience in the islands. “With 1,500 electric vehicles on the road and over 350 charging stations throughout the state, we felt it was imperative to have a Hawaii specific, locally managed electric vehicle application that drivers can rely on,” said Veronica Rocha, Renewable Energy Branch Chief, Hawaii State Energy Office.

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(7/12/13) A new mobile app will help drivers locate electric vehicle charging stations around the state. The app, EV Stations Hawaii, provides drivers with EV charging station locations and mapping directions. Users can use the app to search for EV stations across Hawaii or EV stations closest to their current location. The free app is available for Apple and Android smartphones and mobile devices.

KHON news video clip

(7/12/13) The state has launched the EV Stations Hawaii app for both Apple and Android smartphones. The app is free and with just a few clicks can pinpoint exactly where you are and locate the nearest charging station. Find the app at electricvehicle.hawaii.gov.

KGMB news video clip

(7/12/13) Pacific Business News reports on Hawaii’s clean energy future. ‘We need to execute what’s on the table and not lose our focus,’ State Energy Office Administrator Mark Glick says of the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative.

Pacific Business News article

(7/12/13) The State of Hawaii has launched a new mobile application (app) designed to help drivers locate publically available electric vehicle (EV) charging stations statewide. The free “EV Stations Hawaii” app is available for Apple and Android smartphones and mobile devices.

News release

EV Stations Hawaii Mobile App

Veronica Rocha, Hawaii State Energy Office
Veronica Rocha, Renewable Energy Branch Manager, Hawaii State Energy Office
Margaret Larson, Hawaii State Energy Office
Margaret Larson, EV Program Specialist, Hawaii State Energy Office

(7/10/13) Hawaiian Electric Companies offer new rates for public EV charging; the first-in-the-nation rates to ease ‘range anxiety’ with more public charge spots. The new Commercial Public Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Service rate will make it financially attractive for business customers to open new public EV charging facilities metered separately from other uses.

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KITV news video clip

(6/27/13) Gov. Neil Abercrombie signed Senate Bill 1087 establishing a green infrastructure financing program for Hawaii. The Green Energy Market Securitization (GEMS) program is an innovative financing model that is designed to make clean energy improvements affordable and accessible to underserved community members. “GEMS promotes the democratization of clean energy,” said DBEDT Director Richard Lim, who was the legislation’s architect. “We are taking a proven rate-reduction bond structure and using it in an innovative way to provide low-cost financing to utility customers.”

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Hawaii News Now news video clip

SB1087Signing
Gov. Abercrombie signs Senate Bill 1087 establishing a green financing program for Hawaii. With Gov. Abercrombie are DBEDT Director Richard Lim and PUC Chair Hermina Morita.

(6/21/13) Pacific Business News “In My Opinion” commentary by Mark Glick, administrator of the Hawaii State Energy Office on Hawaii’s participation in the third-annual Clinton Global Initiative America meeting – “Energy meeting reinforces need to work together.”

Pacific Business News Commentary

(6/18/13) The Hawaii Refinery Task Force has completed its Phase I report comprising of key issues associated with the closure of the Tesoro refinery, the current status of the transition process to convert the refinery to a “terminal” operation, and an overview of the Hawaii Fuel Market and impact of the transition.

Hawaii Refinery Task Force – Refinery Closure Report, June 18, 2013

(6/18/13) Thomas Weber, Tesoro Kapolei Vice President, updated members of the Hawaii Refinery Task Force on Par Petroleum’s agreement to purchase Tesoro Hawaii. The task force will continue to meet despite the sale. “We also want to look at what’s the conditions for long-range fuels infrastructure that really makes sense,” said Mark Glick, State Energy Office Administrator.

KITV news video clip

(6/13/13) The State of Hawaii is presenting a bold energy efficiency plan at the Clinton Global Initiative America (CGI America) meeting in Chicago. Hosted by President Bill Clinton, the annual event focuses on identifying solutions that promote economic recovery in the United States. Hawaii State Energy Administrator, Mark Glick, is attending the meeting as part of the CGI America Renewable and Distributed Energy Working Group.

Mark Glick’s article “Energy meeting reinforces need to work together” in Pacific Business News (6/21/13)
News release (6/13/13)
Pacific Business News article (6/12/13)
Honolulu Star-Advertiser article (6/13/13)

(5/09/13) Join the Hawaii State Office for a FREE informational workshop on Funding For Energy Efficiency Improvements.
Learn about:

  • Low interest financing
  • How Energy Performance Contracting can guarantee savings
  • How energy rebates and incentives can lower the cost of your energy efficiency projects
  • Off-balance sheet financing

Register today!

(4/26/13) Hawaii Green Business Awards shine spotlight on energy efficient businesses and government agencies. Gov. Neil Abercrombie presented 14 honorees including four hotels, two restaurants and a fire station with the state’s energy efficiency award.
News release
2013 Hawaii Green Business Awardee Accomplishments
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(4/09/13) The State of Hawaii has announced the opportunity for investment grade energy audits for Hawaii agricultural producers and rural small businesses interested in energy efficient practices. Through a $100,000 federal grant via the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Energy for America Program, the energy audit initiative will provide approved farms, agricultural producers and other rural small businesses with an investment grade audit that will examine current energy usage, recommend actions and investments to reduce energy usage, and show associated energy savings and financial returns.
More information on energy audits
News release

(4/04/13) Traci Kim Ho of the Hawaii State Energy Office is a guest panelist on Insights on PBS Hawaii. Host Dan Boylan moderates the discussion on green energy financing, a legislative proposal to fund the state’s clean energy infrastructure. Other guest panelists include Senator Mike Gabbard, Senate Committee Chair on Energy and Environment; Robert Harris of the Sierra Club; and Jessica Feingold of the Environmental Defense Fund.
Insights segment

(3/14/13) Hawaii is the seventh-best state in the nation for solar energy, according to the 2012 annual report released on Thursday by the solar industry trade group Solar Energy Industries Association. Hawaii, which is ahead of states such as Texas, Colorado and Maryland, installed 108.7 megawatts of solar in 2012, enough to power up 37,000 homes. Hawaii moved up four spots from 2011’s ranking.
Pacific Business News article
U.S. Solar Market Insight 2012 Year in Review report, Solar Energy Industries Association

(2/15/13) Senator Mike Gabbard, Chair of the Senate Energy and Environment Committee, honored the Super Green Champions as the winner of the Capital 10 Energy Challenge. Of the honorees was Jon Chin of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism’s State Energy Office.
News release

(L to R) Jimmy Kurata, Dept. of Accounting and General Services; Will Tungol, Dept. of Human Services; Senator Gabbard; Brandon Matsuoka (standing in for Paulette Abe), House Sgt. of Arms; Jon Chin, Dept. of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism
(L to R) Jimmy Kurata, Dept. of Accounting and General Services; Will Tungol, Dept. of Human Services; Senator Gabbard; Brandon Matsuoka (standing in for Paulette Abe), House Sgt. of Arms; Jon Chin, Dept. of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism

(1/31/13) The Hawaii Energy Office announces the completion of the state’s successful electric vehicle (EV) rebate and grant program with a 700% increase in EVs on island roads.
News release

(1/24/13) Pacific Business News reports on the Hawaii State Energy Office’s Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders list of renewable energy projects.
Pacific Business News article
Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders

(1/19/13) There is public support to use revenue from the state’s tax on oil imports to promote food security and energy projects. “A clean energy agenda is strongly supported by the public,” says Mark Glick, administrators of the state’s Energy Office.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser news article

(1/18/13) The updated Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders” list is now available. This list contains 40 renewable energy projects that are demonstrating progress toward becoming commercial enterprises that in turn will assist the State of Hawaii achieve its clean energy goals. The Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders list is part of a new interactive web application – Hawaii Renewable Energy Projects Directory, on the State Energy Office’s website. Users can search for renewable energy projects in Hawaii categorized by Project Type. Users can search for “Planning” projects or “Active/Ongoing” projects, then further refine their search by resource, by island or by project name.

(12/21/12) Renewable EnerGIS is a new online mapping tool that helps landowners, developers, residents and policy makers assess renewable energy potential of sites statewide. The interactive tool, launched by the State Energy Office, is user-friendly and does not require special skills, software or experience.
News release
Renewable EnerGIS

(12/21/12) “We have been fortunate to have other sources of funding, and now by retargeting the funding mechanism we are able to get on strong footing to carry out our mission and to meet our statutory requirements” – Mark Glick, State Energy Administrator, State Energy Office, on the plan to the state Legislature that would double what it currently receives from barrel tax.
Pacific Business News article

(11/23/12) “Pursuit of renewable energy helps power state economy” by Mark Glick, In My Opinion, Pacific Business News
In My Opinion column

(11/13/12) With the price of gasoline on the rise, more motorists are looking to buy hybrid or electric cars. And there are locations where motorists can charge their EV for free. Volta Industries installs charging stations that are free to use – free because they are paid for by advertising. For commercial properties, Margaret Larson of the State Energy Office, said a guidebook has been published to assist commercial properties with the installation of charging stations.
KHON news video clip

(11/09/12) Pacific Business News reports on the Hawaii State Energy Office’s Top 40 list of renewable energy projects.
Pacific Business News article
40 renewable energy projects list

(11/09/12) The Department of Taxation issued new temporary administrative rules on the Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit. The temporary administrative rules apply to renewable energy technology systems installed and placed into service on or after January 1, 2013.
News release
Dept. of Taxation website

(10/31/12) Hawaii’s first State-owned and operated building has earned a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold level certification in the category of operations and maintenance of existing buildings.
News release
KHON news video clip
KITV news video clip

(10/10/12) The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s State Energy Office took home a top award on behalf of the State of Hawaii in the 2012 “Race to the Top” energy savings per capita competition, recently presented by Energy Services Coalition (ESC) in Nashville, TN.
News release

(10/03/12) The updated “Hawaii’s Clean Energy Leaders” list is now available. This list contains 40 renewable energy projects that are demonstrating progress toward becoming commercial enterprises that in turn will assist the State of Hawaii achieve its clean energy goals.

(10/03/12) State Energy Office Unveils New Guidebook For Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installations. The new guidebook is designed to be a resource for commercial properties interested in installing an EV charging station. Called “Hawaii EV Ready Guidebook for Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installations,” the free guide is available online at the State Energy Office’s website (electricvehicle.hawaii.gov).
News release
Electric Vehicles in Hawaii Resources page

(8/24/12) 2012 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo Highlights Success of Hawaii’s Clean Energy Programs. Showcasing the State of Hawai’i’s abilities as a model for innovative clean energy test beds, the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s (DBEDT) State Energy Office successfully wrapped up its 2012 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo (APCESE) last week in Waikiki.
News release

(8/22/12) “Powering Up: A Special Report on Energy in Hawaii,” showcases Hawaii’s leadership in clean energy research, development and deployment. This report aims to educate the public on the range of energy projects proposed and underway and also offers compelling data that illustrates Hawaii’s success in the clean energy sector.

2012 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo
Building a Clean Energy Economy
August 13-15, 2012
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaii Convention Center

The event is the preeminent meeting place for international leaders and energy experts at the forefront of the clean energy movement. Securing energy independence and developing a clean energy industry that promotes the vitality of our planet are two reasons why it is critical to reaffirm already established partnerships and build new ones throughout the Asia-Pacific region and the world. The Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo provides a forum for the high-level global networking necessary to advance this emerging clean energy culture.

For more information and to register, go to 2012 Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo

(8/16/12) Many island communities like Hawaii face significant energy challenges, with high levels of imported oil, skyrocketing electricity rates and limited land and funds to develop clean technologies. Mark Glick, of the Hawaii State Energy Office, states Hawaii is on track to meet its clean energy goals and various entities and political jurisdictions have replicated Hawaii programs. The Asia-Pacific Clean Energy Summit wrapped up this week, with many island communities looking to Hawaii for guidance. Nikki Motson of Hawaii Public Radio reports from the Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo.
HPR audio clip

(8/13/12) The Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit aims to expand the state’s renewable energy production while boosting local businesses’ bottom lines. Mark Glick, of the State Energy Office, talks about the networking opportunities for investors and island businesses.
KITV news video clip

(8/13/12) China-Hawaii Clean Energy Collaboration to Set Framework for Energy Investment. The program will refer interested Chinese clean energy investors and developers to the Hawaii State Energy Office to facilitate the matchmaking process with clean energy project partners in Hawaii in need of capital or development partners.
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(8/06/12) State Energy Office Offers Technical Assistance Evaluations For Existing Buildings. This program will provide eligible building owners and facility managers with the technical assistance needed for evaluating their existing buildings using the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Existing Building: Operations and Maintenance (EB: O&M) scorecard.
News release

(8/01/12) Mark Glick, Energy Program Manager for the Hawaii State Energy Office, speaks at the 20th Annual Conservation Conference. Mr. Glick serves as a panel member for the “Clean Energy as an Economic Development Strategy” forum.
Mark Glick’s presentation

(7/30/12) Hawaii to Host 4th annual Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo, August 13-15. International summit to focus on test beds in Hawaii and the Asia-Pacific region.

News release

(7/15/12) ABC News reports on Hawaii’s addiction to oil and steps the state is taking to move toward a clean energy future. Ryan Hurley, Wind Specialist with the Hawaii State Energy Office, explains Hawaii’s goal of 70% clean energy by 2030.
ABC News video clip

(7/11/12) Aloha Petroleum Unveils First Electric Vehicle Fast Chargers at Hawaii Gas Stations. AeroVironment and Aloha Petroleum, Ltd. unveils Electric Vehicle (EV) DC fast chargers at three locations across the island.
News release
Honolulu Star-Advertiser article

4th Annual Hawaii Clean Energy Day
Friday, July 6, 2012
Laniakea YWCA, 1040 Richards Street

This year’s 4th Annual Hawai‘i Clean Energy Day features an exciting program focusing on a reality check of our clean energy technologies, with the theme of: “CLEAN ENERGY REALITY CHECK: GAME CHANGERS OR LONG SHOTS?” Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office, will give an update on the state energy report and Maria Tome, Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Technology, Hawaii State Energy Office and James Spaeth, U.S. Department of Energy, will participate in the technical session with such topics as undersea cable, biofuels, and wind/geothermal.

(6/27/12) Governor Signs Energy Bills Related to Undersea Cable. Governor Abercrombie signs a bill that lays the groundwork for an undersea cable. The PUC will oversee the major undertaking of linking the power system of most of the Hawaiian Islands.
KFVE news video clip

(6/27/12) Undersea Cable – Regulatory Framework Created. An undersea electric cable connecting the islands is another step closer. Governor Abercrombie signed a bill that will make it easier for companies to bid on the project.
KITV news video clip

(6/27/12) Energy and Economic Development Measures Become Law. Governor Neil Abercrombie today signed into law bills that are aimed to move Hawai’i forward in reducing its dependence on imported oil.
News release
Photos of bill signing ceremonies

(6/17/12) The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports booming solar energy demand is powering Hawaii’s job growth in the ailing construction sector.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser article

(6/06/12) The Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority receives a $3 million federal grant from the Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration to help expand its alternative energy and biotechnology incubator.
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(6/04/12) Island of Hawaii will receive more than $400,000 from the U.S. Department of Energy for distributed energy systems at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority
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(June/July 2012) “Hawaii’s Emerging Clean-Tech Sector” by Mark Glick, Global Trade magazine
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(April 2012) New! The DBEDT Energy Update serves Hawaii’s businesses and policy makers in making informed decisions about future investments, job creation, and policy decisions.
Click for DBEDT Energy Update, Edition 3 – “Hawaii’s Emerging Electric Vehicle Market”

(4/23/12) Lt. Governor Brian Schatz gives an update on his trip to Japan and South Korea to secure and expand Hawaii’s clean energy initiatives. Building upon the strategic alliances with Japan and Korea, Lt. Governor Schatz met with industrial leaders to discuss existing clean energy partnerships and projects.
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(4/19/12) Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office, will be a guest on Insights on PBS Hawaii. The show topic – “Alternative Energy: Living Off the Grid” will address Hawaii’s alternative energy options. Other guests include: Mark Duda, Government Affairs Committee Chair, Hawaii PV Coalition; Jeffrey Mikulina, Executive Director, Blue Planet Foundation; and Sarah Preble, homeowner of a residence that is considered a model for renewable energy use. Dan Boylan will moderate the discussion.

(4/11-12/12) Biofuels and Biomass Training Program hosted by the State of Hawaii Public Utilities Commission
View presentations at Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative under “Events”

(3/30/12) Businesses, State, and the Maui County Earn Hawaii Green Business Awards.
A hotel that uses seawater for its cooling system, a theme restaurant that uses recycled construction materials in its flooring and a Big Island brewery that gets nearly half of its electricity from solar panels are among 15 companies and government agencies recognized by Governor Neil Abercrombie at the annual “Hawai‘i Green Business Awards” ceremony.
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(3/29/12) State Electric Vehicle Program Hits Milestone
The state Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism has announced the installation of more than 200 new electric vehicle charging stations at over 80 locations statewide, placing Hawai’i in the national forefront for the deployment of public charging stations.
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KITV news video clip

KGMB news video clip

KHON-2 news video clip

(3/28/12) Bytemarks Cafe features an episode on Smart Grid. Mark Glick from the Dept. of Business Economic Development and Tourism and Jay Griffin from the Hawaii Natural Energy Institute discuss major Smart Grid pilot programs happening in the State including the Maui Smart Grid Project.

(3/23/12) “Hawaii is becoming ideal market for electric cars” by Mark Glick, In My Opinion, Pacific Business News
Pacific Business News article

(3/16/12) New! The DBEDT Energy Update serves Hawaii’s businesses and policy makers in making informed decisions about future investments, job creation, and policy decision.
DBEDT Energy Update, Edition 2 – “Hawaii’s Green Economy”

(03/13/12) State Reinvests In Electric Vehicle Rebate Program. With the increase in demand for electrical vehicles, the state of Hawai’i is re-charging its highly successful EV Ready Rebate Program with an additional $350,000 for rebates on new electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and chargers.
News release

(2/20/12) New! The DBEDT Energy Update serves Hawaii’s businesses and policy makers in making informed decisions about future investments, job creation, and policy decisions.
DBEDT Energy UPDATE, Edition 1 – “Renewable Energy”

(2/14/12) Investment in Energy Efficiency Pays Off for Castle Medical Center. Governor Neil Abercrombie joined public and private sector energy leaders today as Hawaii Energy — the energy efficiency and conservation program for Hawaii, Honolulu and Maui counties — presented Castle Medical Center with a check for $647,637.
News release

Governor Abercrombie presents check to Kathryn Raethel, President and CEO of Castle Medical Center. (L to R) John Cole, Hermina Morita, Michael Champley, Gov. Abercrombie, Mark Glick, Duane Ashimine, Ray Starling, Kathyn Raethel

(2/03/12) Governor Abercrombie Secures Agreement with Republic of Korea for Smart Grid Development. Government officials and private sector leaders today joined Governor Neil Abercrombie and Choi Kyu-Chong, Director of the Electricity Market and Smart Grid Division at the Republic of Korea Ministry of Knowledge Economy (MKE), at the Hawai’i State Capitol as the two leaders signed a letter of intent to pursue mutual interests in smart grid development in the Hawaiian Islands.
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Governor Abercrombie and Director Choi Kyu-Chong sign the letter of intent. [Photo: Jordan Atwood]

(2/03/12) “More jobs will sprout as ‘green’ energy grows. Solar energy leads the pack as industry attracts global investors” by Mark Glick, In My Opinion, Pacific Business News
Pacific Business News article

(1/30/12) State Extends Electric Vehicle Rebate Program. State of Hawaii adds $150,000 to EV Ready Rebate Program, pushes deadline to March 31, 2012.
News release

(January 2012) State Energy Administrator, Mark Glick, talks about the importance of energy independence in Hawaii Business’ “Business Energy Guide 2012.”
Business Energy Guide 2012

(12/29/11) Hawaii is ranked No. 1 in the United States for investment in energy savings performance contracting for public buildings per capita, according to a ranking published by the Energy Services Coalition.
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(12/27/11) State Energy Administrator, Mark Glick, updates Howard Dicus on Hawaii’s energy outlook for 2012 including solar, biofuels, wind and geothermal.
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(12/15/11) Mark Glick, State Energy Office Administrator, talks about renewable energy financing and Hawaii’s economic transformation to a clean energy economy on “Made in Hawaii” Part 2: Advances in Hawaii Energy Technology. This final installment of the Hawaii: The State of Clean Energy series showcases recent advances in energy technologies that are paving the way for alternatives to oil.

(12/12/11) Hawaii first in nation to receive Mitsubishi’s first all-electric vehicle made for North American consumers
Governor Neil Abercrombie, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA), and Cutter Mitsubishi of Aiea hosted a ceremony today at the State Capitol whereby government and private sector leaders gathered as Bryson and Bridget Nishimura of Waipahu took delivery of Mitsubishi Motor’s first 100 percent electric vehicle . . .
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(12/09/11) People Who Make Hawaii Work: Mark Glick
Mark Glick is the new administrator of the State Energy Office, part of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. Before joining DBEDT, Glick, 53, headed operations and economic development for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
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(12/02/11) Mark Glick – The state’s energy administrator must balance public and private interests to move Hawaii toward a 70 percent-clean-energy future
Mark Glick moved to Hawaii from Texas in 2000 in search of a “higher quality of life.” Now, as administrator of the State Energy Office — part of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism — he’s trying to help the entire state achieve a higher quality of life by implementing policies aimed at Hawaii achieving 70 percent reliance on clean energy by 2030.
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Photo of Mark Glick, state's energy administrator
“We’ve made a commitment to move toward clean energy and a clean energy economy for a variety of important policy reasons, and we need to use all our levers at our disposal,” says Mark Glick, administrator of the State Energy Office. CRAIG T. KOJIMA / [email protected] [Honolulu Star-Advertiser

(12/02/11) GreenCar Hawaii Launches Green Car-Sharing at the Doubletree
In March, GreenCar Hawaii was one of six companies selected from 19 applicants to the State of Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) EV Ready Grant Program, . . .
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(11/25/11) “State’s green-energy industry gets its own Top 40 project list”
Pacific Business News reports the State Energy Office has identified 40 renewable energy projects that can have a big impact on Hawaii’s renewable-energy future.
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(11/22/11) State Tests Clean Energy Grid In Maui
Smart meters are coming to Maui. The state of Hawaii has teamed up with Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization to begin the smart grid project.
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(11/22/11) “Smart Grid” project could provide alternative energy system
Hawaii has several demonstration projects in the works — one big one on Maui and now another significant one on the way for the valley isle — this time a $37 million investment by the “new Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization — a branch of Japan’s ministry of economy, trade and industry.
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(11/22/11) Smart Grid Deal Signed with Japan
Governor Neil Abercrombie signs a plan to build a smart grid system on Maui.
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(11/22/11) On November 22, 2011, State government and energy officials joined Governor Neil Abercrombie and Japan-based New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) President Hideo Hato at the State Capitol today as the two leaders signed a memorandum of understanding to memorialize ongoing efforts between the State of Hawaii and NEDO.
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Photo of Governor Neil Abercrombie New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) President Hideo Hato
Governor Neil Abercrombie and Japan-based New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) President Hideo Hato signs Memorandum of Understanding for Japan-U.S. Smart Grid Demonstration Project
Group photo of Memorandum of Understanding for Japan-U.S. Smart Grid Demonstration Project partners
Memorandum of Understanding between New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization of Japan and the State of Hawaii project partners

(11/13/11) CCTV’s Shui Jun Yi, host and producer of Global Watch, interviews State Energy Administrator Mark Glick on Hawaii’s clean energy goals and China’s efforts toward clean energy. Click for CCTV interview


(11/13/11) On November 13, 2011, business leaders from Hawaii and China made clean energy a top priority at the Hawaii-China CEO Forum held at the State Capitol. Keynote speakers included Governor Neil Abercrombie, House Speaker Calvin Say, Senator Kalani English, DBEDT Director Richard Lim, CCPIT Deputy Director General Han Meiqing, Dr. George Ka`iliwai of U.S. Pacific Command, and Wang Donghai, Chairman, Bestsun Energy Group. Click for news release

Photo of Mark Glick, Secretary Steven Chu, Director Richard Lim
Mark Glick, DBEDT Energy Office Administrator, Secretary Steven Chu, U.S. Department of Energy, and Richard Lim, DBEDT Director at the Hawaii-China CEO event held at historic Washington Place.
Photo of Hawaii-China Forum at the State Capitol
Governor Neil Abercrombie addressed nearly 350 CEOs of Chinese and Hawaii companies at the Hawaii-China CEO Forum held at the State Capitol.

(11/12/11) Commitment to national and state energy goals shared at roundtable with U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu, U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, and Governor Neil Abercrombie. On November 12, 2011, about two dozen government and private leaders working on achieving Hawaii’s clean energy goals participated in the roundtable discussion. Subjects ranged from operationalizing of renewable energy, to continued smart grid advancements, biofuel development, and the necessity of an inter-island cable. Participants included DBEDT Director Richard Lim and State Energy Office Administrator, Mark Glick.
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(11/11/11) “Clean-energy goals become catalyst for growth. Hawaii takes center stage as lead player in global energy economy” by Mark Glick, Pacific Business News
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(11/10/11) The Asia-Pacific Business Symposium held a two-day series of workshops, November 9-10, held in conjunction with APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week. The event was sponsored by the Pacific Basin Economic Council (PBEC), the East-West Center (EWC) and supported by the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC). DBEDT Director, Richard Lim, was part of a speaker panel for “Economic Development Through Energy Independence” session. Click for session information and presentations.

(11/01/11) Mark Glick, the new Energy Administrator in the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s State Energy Office, talks with Howard Dicus on the state’s mission to reduce its dependence on oil by facilitating both short- and long-term energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and creating a clean energy economy.
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(10/26/11) A new loan program, GreenSun Hawaii, helps property owners obtain clean energy systems with new financing opportunities. Nikki Motson of Hawaii Public Radio reports from the Greensun Hawaii news conference. Click for audio file.

(10/26/11) Energy saving equipment is more affordable with lower cost loans. The GreenSun Hawaii program, funded by more than $2.6 million in federal stimulus funds, will help families and businesses reach Hawaii’s goal of 70% clean energy by 2030. Click for KITV news report.

(10/26/11) Being green is now going to be easier to afford. DBEDT and the Hawaii Community Reinvestment Corporation launched the GreenSun Hawaii Loan Program.
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(10/26/11) The State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and Hawaii Community Reinvestment Corporation announced the launch of GreenSun Hawaii, an innovative energy financing credit enhancement program.
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(11/09/11) DBEDT Director, Richard Lim, will be part of a speaker panel at the Asia-Pacific Business Symposium on November 10. Session topic will be “Economic Development Through Energy Independence.” Also speaking will be Maria Tome, Renewable Energy Branch Manager on “Biofuels: Growth Sector with Diverse Sources, Benefits and Impacts” on November 9.

Mark Glick, Energy Administrator, Hawaii State Energy Office


MARK GLICK APPOINTED ENERGY ADMINISTRATOR OF DBEDT’s STATE ENERGY OFFICE, October 17, 2011

(10/10/11) Hawaii State Energy Office sponsors the University of Hawaii at Manoa Kukui Cup Challenge. See the U.H. Manoa Kukui Cup Challenge news release.

(10/07/11) Christian Whitney of the Hawaii State Energy Office was a guest on the Fontaine Factor with Rep. George Fontaine. Topic: Maui Smart Grid projects. You Tube, 10/7/11, Christian Whitney on Maui Smart Grid

(9/19/11) Energy savings programs are available in Hawaii that can save money for businesses and individuals. Mark Glick of the Hawaii State Energy Office talks about GreenSun Hawaii, a soon-to-be launched innovative financing program offering lower interest rates for energy efficient and renewable energy equipment. HPR, 9/19/11, Mark Glick interview on GreenSun Hawaii

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