Hawaiian Electric Stage 1 and 2 Renewable Energy Projects
Intro
This webpage was created to increase public awareness, access to information, and opportunities for public input on the 20 utility-scale solar PV plus storage projects and utility-scale standalone storage projects being proposed on Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island to reach 100% renewable energy generation by 2045. In the near term, Hawaiian Electric is seeking these projects to retire: (1) by the end of 2022 as required by state law (Act 23, 2019) the state’s only coal-powered power plant which provides approximately 15% of Oahu’s energy, the 180-megawatt (MW) AES coal plant at Campbell Industrial Park; and, (2) by the end of 2024, the 38 MW oil-fired Kahului power plant in Kahului owned and operated by Hawaiian Electric which provides approximately 15% of Maui island’s firm power generation capacity. CLICK HERE TO VIEW A MAP OF THE PROJECTS
Starting in 2017, Hawaiian Electric issued two Stages of competitive bidding for these projects. Stage 1 produced 8 utility-scale solar PV plus storage projects and Stage 2 produced to date 9 utility-scale solar PV plus storage projects and 3 utility-scale standalone storage projects. Of the 20 total projects in both Stages, 18 would be built, owned, and operated by private developers. Hawaiian Electric would build, own, and operate the Waena and Keahole battery storage projects. The 20 projects are proposed on Hawaii Island (4 projects), Maui (5 projects), and Oahu (11 projects). All 20 projects are estimated to be completed by the end of 2023, with many estimated to be completed in 2022 including all Stage 1 projects.
Widespread energy conservation and rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installations are necessary, but it will not get us to 100% renewable energy generation with a reliable electric grid. Many new utility-scale renewable energy projects are needed for Hawaii to generate 100% of its electrical power from locally sourced, indigenous renewable resources. Most of these projects will be needed on Oahu which in 2019 consumed approximately 71.25% of Hawaii’s overall electricity, followed by Maui Nui (Maui, Lanai, and Molokai) at 12.25%, Hawaii Island at 11.5%, and Kauai at 5%.
Each new utility-scale renewable energy project must be submitted to the PUC for review and decision. An individual PUC docket has been or will be created for each utility-scale renewable energy project listed on this website. The PUC docket process is in open forum that allows for public comment at any time in the proceeding. In addition, each project must obtain the requisite federal, state, and county permits and approvals, many of which offer opportunity for public comment. HSEO’s Renewable Energy Projects Directory and Hawaiian Electric’s Renewable Project Status Board provide additional information on these projects and other utility-scale projects now under development or construction, approved by the PUC, or awaiting PUC approval throughout Hawaii.
Opportunities to Provide Input and Learn More About the Projects
HSEO seeks to post public input opportunities for each project as they are announced.
| Project | Date / Time | Event / Opportunity to Comment |
Register / Submit Comments |
| Kupehau Solar | Comments due by November 20, 2020 | 174 Power Global welcomes comments anytime before November 20, 2020, via the project website: https://kupehausolar.174powerglobal.com/contact-us/ | https://kupehausolar.174powerglobal.com/contact-us/ |
| Waiawa Phase 2 Solar | Public comments due by November 25, 2020 | AES Distributed Energy is continuing to gather feedback on a proposed solar project in Waiawa near the Ka Uka Blvd. exit of the H-2 Freeway. | Email: [email protected] |
In addition to the Stage 1 and 2 projects, Hawaiian Electric is seeking input on new solar projects proposed on Lanai and Molokai
| Project | Date / Time | Event / Opportunity to Comment |
Register / Submit Comments |
| Molokai Projects (2.5MW Solar Project near the Palaau Power Plant) | December 2, 2020 / 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Virtual Community Meeting: Presentation by Hawaiian Electric followed by audience questions. Questions can be sent in advance to: [email protected] | http://www.webex.com/, Meeting Number: 146 449 2132, Password: 2qqQjCYmr52 — OR — http://www.facebook.com/hawaiianelectric |
| Lanai Projects (17.5MW Solar Project near the Miki Basin Power Plant) | December 3, 2020 / 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Virtual Community Meeting: Presentation by Hawaiian Electric followed by audience questions. Questions can be sent in advance to: [email protected] | http://www.webex.com/, Meeting Number: 146 539 5042, Password: EvvdtFJG548 — OR — http://www.facebook.com/hawaiianelectric |
Go to Stage 2 Solar PV Plus Storage Projects
Go to Stage 2 Standalone Storage Projects
Go to Relevant Links
Stage 1 Solar PV Plus Storage Projects
| Project Name | Developer | Island | Location | Solar Power + Energy Storage Capacity |
Tax Map Key |
PUC Docket | Information Links |
| AES Kuihelani Solar | AES Distributed Energy, Inc. | Maui | Waikapu | 60 MWac + 240 MWh Storage |
(2)3-8-005:002, (2)3-8-006:003 |
2018-0436 | |
| AES Waikoloa Solar |
AES Distributed Energy, Inc. | Hawaii | Waikoloa | 30 MWac + 120 MWh Storage |
(3)6-8-002:050 | 2018-0430 | |
| AES West Oahu Solar |
AES Distributed Energy, Inc. | Oahu | Kapolei | 12.5 MWac + 50 MWh Storage | (1)9-2-002:007 | 2019-0050 | AES West Oahu Solar |
| Hale Kuawehi Solar |
Innergex Renewable Energy, Paniolo Power |
Hawaii | Waimea | 30 MWac + 120 MWh Storage |
(3)6-7-001:025 | 2018-0432 | Hale Kuawehi Solar |
| Hoohana Solar 1 |
174 Power Global, Hanwha Energy USA |
Oahu | Kunia | 52 MWac + 208 MWh Storage |
(1)9-4-002:052 | 2018-0431 | |
| Mililani I Solar |
Clearway Energy Group |
Oahu |
Mililani |
39 MWac + 156 MWh Storage | (1)9-4-005:090, (1)9-4-005:092, (1)9-4-005:096, (1)9-4-005:091 |
2018-0434 |
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| Paeahu Solar |
Innergex Renewable Energy |
Maui |
Wailea |
15 MWac + 60 MWh Storage | (2)2-1-008:001 | 2018-0433 |
Paeahu Solar |
| Waiawa Solar Power | Clearway Energy Group | Oahu |
Pearl City |
36 MWac + 144 MWh Storage | (1)9-6-004:024 | 2018-0435 |
Stage 2 Solar PV Plus Storage Projects
| Project Name | Developer | Island | Location | Solar Power + Energy Storage Capacity |
Tax Map Key |
PUC Docket | Information Links |
| Barbers Point Solar | Innergex | Oahu | Kapolei | 15 MWac + 60 MWh | (1)9-1-013:038, (1)9-1-013:040 | 2020-0143 | Barbers Point Solar |
| Kahana Solar | Innergex | Maui | Napili-Honokowai | 20 MWac + 80 MWh | (2)4-3-001:017 | 2020-0142 | Kahana Solar |
| Kupehau Solar | 174 Power Global, Hanwha Energy USA | Oahu | Kunia | 60 MWac + 240 MWh (4 hr) | (1)9-2-004:008 | 2020-0138 | Kupehau Solar |
| Kupono Solar | Bright Canyon Energy | Oahu | Ewa Beach | 42 MWac + 168 MWh | (1)9-1-010:011, (1)9-1-010:016, (1)9-1-001:031 |
TBD | Kupono Solar |
| Mahi Solar | Longroad Energy | Oahu | Kunia | 120 MWac + 480 MWh | (1)9-2-001:001, (1)9-2-004:012, (1)9-2-004:006, (1)9-2-004:003, (1)9-2-004:010 | 2020-0140 | Mahi Solar |
| Mountain View Solar | AES Distributed Energy Inc. | Oahu | Waianae | 7 MWdc + 35 MWh | (1)8-5-003:031, (1)8-5-003:032, (1)8-5-019:034 | 2020-0139 | Mountain View Solar |
| Puako Solar PV + Battery Storage | ENGIE Development LLC | Hawaii | Puako, South Point | 60 MWac + 240 MWh | (3)6-8-001:024 | 2020-0189 | Puako Solar PV + Battery Storage |
| Pulehu Solar | Longroad Energy | Maui | Pulehu | 40 MWac + 160 MWh | (2)2-5-001:003, (2)2-5-001:004, (2)2-2-002:016 | 2020-0141 | Pulehu Solar |
| Waiawa Phase 2 Solar | AES Distributed Energy Inc. | Oahu | Pearl City, Waipio Village | 30 MWac + 240 MWh | (1)9-6-004:024, (1)9-6-004:025, (1)9-6-004:026, (1)9-6-006:036 | 2020-0137 | Waiawa Phase 2 Solar |
Project information will be updated as information becomes publicly available.
Stage 2 Standalone Storage Projects
| Project Name | Developer | Island | Location | Energy Storage Capacity |
Tax Map Key |
PUC Docket | Information Links |
| Kapolei Energy Storage | Plus Power | Oahu | Kapolei | 185 MW / 565 MWh | (1)9-1-014:042 | 2020-0136 | Kapolei Energy Storage |
| Keahole Battery Energy Storage | Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. | Hawaii | Kailua-Kona | 12 MW / 12 MWh (1 hr) | (3)7-3-049:036 | 2020-0127 | Keahole Project Summary |
| Waena Battery Energy Storage | Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. | Maui | Kahului | 40 MW / 160 MWh (4 hr) | (2)3-8-003:023 | 2020-0132 | Waena Project Summary |
Project information will be updated as information becomes publicly available.
Relevant Links:
- Hawaiian Electric Competitive Bidding for New Generation
- Hawaiian Electric Renewable Project Status Board
- Hawaii Public Utilities Commission Document Management System
Information published by HSEO for all projects comes from public sources of information only.