This can be explained in large part because of our dependence on tourism and the military – together, they make up roughly 50% of our total economy. That’s a dangerous scenario for the future because of the finite nature of fossil fuel and the fact that our state is more and more vulnerable to fluctuations in oil prices and availability.

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The Hawai‘i Clean Energy Initiative is leading the way in relieving our dependence on oil by setting goals and a roadmap to achieve 70% clean energy by 2030 with 30% from efficiency measures, and 40% coming from locally generated renewable sources.

 

Hawai‘i’s clean energy goals are the most aggressive in the nation – and if we succeed, we will become a world leader in clean energy. Along the way, we’ll begin to solve several core challenges:


 1. We can be more independent and less reliant on other economies.

2. We can achieve greater security.

3. This will help Hawai‘i become more economically stable by keeping  an estimated $6 billion in state that would otherwise go toward foreign oil investments.

4. Establishing a new, green economic sector will counter-balance our reliance on tourism and the military.

5. We can position Hawai‘i as a worldwide leader in the clean energy category and that will attract more business and expertise to the region.

 

The HCEI goals require statewide participation and support. Renewable development and interisland cable initiatives will need strong backing as will policy and planning agendas that support clean energy. Above all, we must all begin to think and act “green” in our daily lives.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Join the Hawaii State Energy Office for a FREE informational workshop on:

Funding For Energy Efficiency Improvements

Learn about:

  • Low interest financing for major energy efficiency upgrades and installations
  • Rebates that make energy efficiency affordable
  • Energy Savings Performance Contracting
  • Off-Balance Sheet Financing

Workshop dates:

  • June 18, 2013 at the Ala Moana Hotel
  • June 19, 2013 at the Ala Moana Hotel
  • June 21, 2013 at the Maui Beach Hotel

To register, go to energy.hawaii.gov/programs/achieving-efficiency
For more information, call 808-587-3874

 

Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative