Dedicated volunteers make the holidays brighter
During the holiday season, drivers heading east on the H-1 Freeway past the Koko Head cutoff can see the Puu O Kaimuki Park Christmas tree twinkling colorfully in the night skies. It’s a sight that draws gasps of delight and inspires feelings of joy and hope.
New paint, new lights, more memories: Big Ben brings holiday cheer to Hilo
The Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade has always been a staple holiday tradition for me and the Hilo community, signaling the beginning of the holiday season with festive lights, music, and massive floats of Christmas decorations.
Electric Garage Talk: Cynthia and her IONIQ, Esther
When Cynthia Carlton-Jarmon first learned to drive on her family’s farm in North Carolina — driving tractors, pickup trucks at nine, and school buses in high school — she never imagined she’d one day be zipping around Oahu in a sleek electric vehicle (EV) named Esther.
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About Us, Electric Vehicles
Boxy, balky and unloved, MARS II was early vehicle for EV exploration
While electric vehicles are a common sight today, their road to acceptance started more than 100 years ago. Back in 1899, Hawaiian Electric promoted electric cars as a sensible replacement for horses, declaring “electricity holds as unquestioned a superiority in the matter of lighting as it does in the matter of transportation.”
Emergency Preparedness, Safety
Apartment living: Preparing for an emergency
As an apartment renter, I know it can feel overwhelming to build an emergency kit and deal with various situations when we have limited space and there are other parties, like facilities management, involved. However, it is important we find creative solutions to prepare and prioritize our safety.
Emergency Preparedness, Safety
Helping my grandparents prepare for emergencies
Grandparents’ day isn’t just a day to honor and spend time with our grandparents. It’s also the perfect opportunity to give them something meaningful, like peace of mind during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness, Safety
Spotters provide crucial insights
Even with the company’s network of AI-assisted cameras and weather stations, field observations during a red flag warning play an important role. Armed with a toolkit that includes an anemometer (a device to measure wind speed), flashlight, high-visibility vest, maps and instructional materials, spotters are deployed in pairs as safety is a high priority.
Community, Electric Vehicles
Electric Garage Talk: Lisa’s switch to electric from Ewa Beach
For Lisa, driving has always been about practicality - starting with a no-frills Honda CR-X she inherited in college. Today, she’s trading gas for electrons with her new Honda Prologue, embracing the quiet power of electric driving on Oahu. In this candid interview, Lisa shares what inspired her switch to EVs, the cost-saving perks, and the real-life challenges of navigating Hawaii’s public charging network.
Community
A couple office wellness tips
Since August is National Wellness Month, I thought it might be helpful to share some of my recent experiences with trying to stay physically healthy while working in an office environment.
Community, Events
Honolulu’s holiday elves are already hard at work
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.
Community
Employee wellness is IN, and so is yoga sculpt!
Yoga sculpt, hot yoga, Pilates, barre, Lagree — fitness classes have been on the rise, and you’ve probably heard of at least one of these workouts through friends or social media. However, they’re not just for physical appearance. Getting your body in shape improves your overall wellness. I began yoga sculpt classes at the end of 2023 and can confirm that it is my favorite way to work out after sitting in the office.
Careers, Community
POV: You’re a summer intern at Hawaiian Electric
Whether it be going to a substation visit or working in the office, summer interns at Hawaiian Electric get a chance to learn about what it takes to power the five islands the company serves.
Community, Energy Savings, Safety
Cool tips to beat the summer heat
Hawaiian Electric offers helpful tips to help you beat the heat while saving energy. Here are some of my favorite tips I’ve implemented in my own life.
