November

More than 75 renewable projects competing for role in islands’ clean energy transition

More than 75 proposals have been received in response to the Hawaiian Electric Companies’ call for more renewable energy resources to accelerate the state’s transition off fossil fuels used for the generation of electricity.

Hui Up for Resiliency aims to help residents with storm prep

In efforts to help homeowners prepare for severe storms, a free community workshop, Hui Up for Resiliency, will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the University of Hawaii Maui College (UHMC) campus, Laulima 225.

Hawaii Electric Light commemorates 125 years of service

This year, our company commemorates 125 years of providing electric service to Hawaii Island.

Hawaiian Electric Companies to conduct drone surveys as part of overall wildfire mitigation planning

The Hawaiian Electric Companies will conduct drone surveys across their five-island territory to identify areas vulnerable to wildfire and determine the best course of action to protect the public, as well as electrical infrastructure.

October

Hawaiian Electric Donation Supports STEAM Early Learning Curriculum

Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) has received a $15,000 grant from Hawaiian Electric to support an early childhood education program focused on science, technology, education, arts, and math (STEAM).

2019 Arbor Day Garden Expo and Tree Giveaway on Nov. 2

Pick up a free native tree, enjoy keiki activities, hear from guest speakers and participate in Hawaiian cultural practices at the 2019 Arbor Day Garden Expo and Tree Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens.

Hawaiian Electric statement on Kahuku pole-cutting incident

Alan Oshima, president and CEO of Hawaiian Electric Company, issued the following statement about the cutting of a utility pole in Kahuku early today:

Schofield Generating Station wins national honor

Hawaiian Electric Company’s Schofield Generating Station has been honored with an achievement award from the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies presented annually to those who provide significant contributions to advancing the operations of the electric energy industry.

Hawaiian Electric fundraiser cookbook full of so ono recipes

Pre-sales of our latest cookbook Hu Ka Ono: Favorite Island Recipes from Hawaiian Electric’s Ohana and Friends have begun at www.hawaiianelectric.com/AUWcookbook.

Hawaiian Electric awarded contract to distribute power at 12 U.S. Army installations on Oahu

Our company has been awarded the contract to own, operate and maintain the electric distribution system serving the U.S. Army’s 12 installations on Oahu, including Schofield Barracks, Wheeler Army Airfield, Tripler Army Medical Center, Fort Shafter and Army housing areas.