Renewable energy sources, such as biofuels, biomass, geothermal, hydroelectricity, ocean energy, solar energy, and wind energy, are naturally replenished and continuously available. Wind energy is one of the most rapidly growing renewable energy sources in the world and produces no toxic emissions or any of the emissions that trap heat and contribute to global climate change. The Hawaiian Islands are blessed with abundant natural resources, including wind, sun, running water, bioenergy, and geothermal energy. To achieve the state's clean energy goals, it is essential to harness these resources and reduce the use of non-renewable sources like oil, coal, and natural gas.
The Hawaii State Energy Office recognizes the use of Hawaiian diacritical marks like the okina (also called glottal stop) and the kahakō (also called macron). The state is committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels by 2045. To this end, it has initiated projects that will contribute to this goal. Additionally, it has identified projects that will provide critical electrical power until the transition is complete. Diversifying Hawaii's energy mix by using more locally produced renewable energy at lower and more stable prices is the best way to reduce the use of oil for electricity production.
Although renewable energy will reduce the need for oil in electricity production, it will not eliminate the need to import crude oil or refined products for land and air transportation.
Hawaiian Electric
is actively involved in research and development projects to help develop renewable energy technologies and address some of the barriers to their use. One of the main reasons for the creation of Hawaiian Electric's parent company HEI in the early 1980s was to develop wind energy. Rapid changes in wind can create problems in small and remote power grids like those in Hawaii and cause fluctuations in electricity frequency and voltage. Hawaiian Electric has been at the forefront of renewable energy development in Hawaii since its inception.It has invested heavily in research and development projects to explore new ways to generate electricity from renewable sources. The company has also been instrumental in developing innovative technologies that can help reduce Hawaii's dependence on imported fossil fuels. Hawaiian Electric has been working with local universities and research institutions to develop new technologies that can help increase efficiency and reduce costs associated with renewable energy production. The company has also been involved in several pilot projects that have demonstrated how renewable energy can be used to power homes and businesses across Hawaii.
Hawaiian Electric is also working with local communities to identify potential sites for renewable energy projects. The company is committed to helping communities develop their own renewable energy projects that can provide clean, reliable electricity at a lower cost than traditional sources. Hawaiian Electric is leading the way in helping Hawaii transition away from fossil fuels by 2045. The company is actively researching new technologies that can help increase efficiency and reduce costs associated with renewable energy production. It is also working with local communities to identify potential sites for renewable energy projects that can help reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
