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February

Hawaiian Electric continues to advance renewable energy, announces contracts for two solar + storage projects

Hawaiian Electric today continued to accelerate progress toward Hawaii's energy goals by signing two new contracts for solar and energy storage projects that will help control energy costs and maintain reliable electric service.

Hawaiian Electric surges to 36% renewable energy on grids

Boosted by new grid-scale and rooftop solar capacity, Hawaiian Electric achieved a 36% consolidated renewable portfolio standard (RPS) in 2024, accelerating progress toward the 2030 RPS milestone of 40%.

January

Statement on State Energy Office Alternative Fuels Study

Hawaiian Electric appreciates the analysis conducted by the State Energy Office, which builds on a foundation of previous work, including the company’s own 2023 decarbonization scenarios study, the 2023 Integrated Grid Plan and various assessments of LNG, including those commissioned by Hawaiian Electric years ago.

Robotics teams to compete in the 2025 Hawaii VEX Regional Championships

Sponsored by Hawaiian Electric and in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Space Grant Consortium, Hawaii Army National Guard, Nanakuli High & Intermediate School, and Pearl City High School.

Expanded Hawaiian Electric safety strategy details actions to reduce potential for wildfires

Hawaiian Electric plans to deploy new technology, fortify infrastructure, minimize fire hazards and expand community partnerships to significantly reduce the risk of a wildfire started by its equipment, actions detailed in a new Wildfire Safety Strategy.

Hawaiian Electric to close Shift and Save time-of-use rates program to new enrollments as of Feb. 1

Hawaiian Electric will close its Shift and Save time-of-use (TOU) rates program to new enrollments as of Feb. 1, 2025, following the completion of a one-year pilot. Customers enrolled in Shift and Save before that date will be allowed to continue in the program with the ability to opt out at any time.