Hawaiian Initiatives Legislation and Renewable Energy Expansions

Hawaiian Initiatives Legislation and Renewable Energy Expansions

Highlighted News Stories From Maui, Early May 2022

Historic Bill Passed for Hawaiian Projects

“We are on the precipice of celebrating the most consequential legislative session in 100 years” Oahu Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole
More than $1 Billion in funding has passed legislation for Hawaiian initiatives and projects. This funding will advance the Hawaiian homesteading list, as well as many other planned projects. Last year only $78 Million was passed for the same projects. Learn more about the decision at:

https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2022/05/caucus-lauds-historic-1b-for-native-hawaiian-initiatives/

Renewable Energy Expansion

On Maui and Oahu, Hawaii Electic seeks to expand its renewable energy projects. A significant focus in this new push is for more renewable capacity instead of focusing heavily on intermittent energy such as solar or wind. Hawaii Electric will be better equipped to provide consistent renewable energy with expanded renewable capacity. Learn more about their proposals at:

https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2022/05/big-push-for-renewable-energy-projects-on-maui-and-oahu-begins/