Powering Hawaii's Future

Exploring the history of downtown Honolulu’s power plant

Exploring the history of downtown Honolulu’s power plant

Every day on my way to work, I see the deactivated Honolulu Power Plant sitting at the end of Alakea Street in downtown Honolulu, and I often wondered what the inside looked like. At the end of last year, our government and community relations, and corporate communications process area had the opportunity to tour the facility.

Lei Day and Merrie Monarch Festival celebrate culture and community

Lei Day and Merrie Monarch Festival celebrate culture and community

Today is Lei Day in Hawaii, one of many celebrations rooted in our state’s rich culture and diverse communities. Lei Day is about sharing aloha and honoring the relationships that connect us.

Shop Small & Support Local: Where to grab matcha in downtown Honolulu/Chinatown

Shop Small & Support Local: Where to grab matcha in downtown Honolulu/Chinatown

Occasionally, when walking through downtown or driving in the area, I see our crews and contractors hard at work, and I’m always amazed at the time and effort they put into servicing our grid. I don’t know how to fix a vault or inspect manholes to support the area, but there is one thing I know a bit more about: matcha and the many local businesses in the neighborhood that make great lattes.

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Honolulu’s holiday elves are already hard at work

August 14, 2025 | Alyssa Okamura

It might still be summer, but we are halfway through the year, which brings us one step closer to the bustling holiday season! While we wrap up our summer vacations and enjoy some time in the sun, the Friends of Honolulu City Lights team has already begun planning for their annual holiday festivities.

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