Maui County is on track to be generating all of its energy from renewable sources within the next two years, according to Maui County Energy Commissioner Doug McLeod. And it could be producing significantly more than it needs if a series of deals in the works comes together. The Big Island consistently has said it […]
Sempra Solar: Not Enough Time to Bid
Sempra’s Oahu Solar unlikely that leases etc will be in place in time for them to bid to take the place of the Moloka’i wind farm.
Smart Grid Project
HONOLULU — Hawaii and Japan on Tuesday agreed to build a smart grid on Maui to demonstrate how solar, wind and other renewable energy sources can be integrated into an electrical grid. The project aims to overcome one of the obstacles that prevent communities from using more renewable energy and create a model for others […]
Foundation Names Lana’i Big Wind Site Historical
The site of a massive proposed wind farm in West Lanai where hundreds of archaeological and cultural sites have been identified has been named one of the state’s “most endangered historic places” for 2011 by the Historic Hawaii Foundation. Read more at the Maui News
Sempra Renewables Press Release
San Diego-based Sempra Generation, developers of solar, wind and natural gas energy projects, recently formed Sempra Renewables, a subsidiary to oversee its planned 21-megawatt Auahi Wind project in southeastern Maui, according to spokesman Scott Kreider. The project is currently under review by federal agencies, Maui County and the state. Pending approval, construction is slated to […]
Awahi Wind Farm County Permits Approved
From Maui News The Maui Planning Commission unanimously approved permits Tuesday for Auwahi Wind Energy to build and operate eight 428-foot-tall wind turbines on Ulupalakua Ranch land. Two dozen people testified on the proposed special use and special management area permits, and none were opposed to the project, according to planner Ann Cua. Some testifiers […]