Energy-saving offers for residents of Waianae
Join the thousands of Hawaii residents saving energy and money by making small changes in their homes with our help.
Now for a limited time, energy-saving offers are open exclusively to Waianae residents within the 96792 zip code. Hawaii Energy is proud to partner with Makaha Learning Center.

Contact info:
Makaha Learning Center
About Makaha Learning CenterCommunity Partner
Appliance Trade-Up questions:
Contact form
(808) 913-2399
Solutions on how to Save Energy & Money!

Appliance Trade-Up Program
Your old fridge or freezer could be using twice the energy of a new, ENERGY STAR® model. Right now, you can exchange your old, working refrigerator and/or freezer for a new energy-efficient ENERGY STAR® refrigerator and/or freezer for $250 each.
Application sign up starts January 9, 2023 and ends March 5, 2023.
Fill out the application either by:
Call Makaha Learning Center to arrange cash or check payment delivery options. Applications must be received by March 5, 2023.
We’ll contact you when your appliance is on island to schedule delivery (please allow 6-14 weeks).
● Calling Makaha Learning Center at (808) 913-2399.
● or download/print here.
Frequently Asked Questions Download Application

Energy Smart 4 Homes
Energy Smart 4 Homes (ES4H) is a FREE service for residents in Waianae that provides trained professionals to install energy-efficient products directly in your home. Products you’ll receive are valued at over $150 and can reduce the electricity costs for each household by up to $160 per year. That’s a total value of over $300! And while we’re there, we’ll complete a free home energy assessment to provide you with more energy-saving opportunities.
The installed free items will include the following:
- Energy-efficient LED light bulbs
- High pressure, high-efficiency showerheads and faucet aerators
- Advanced power strips
Frequently Asked Questions Sign up
Mention Makaha Learning Center when you apply. For every home that completes the ES4H service, a referral bonus of $20 will be donated to their educational programs.
Questions? Contact Justin Bizer at 808-848-8534 or Justin.v.bizer@leidos.com.

Energy UNPLUGGED – Community Workshop
Designed for residents of all ages and backgrounds, bring the ‘ohana to this fun, local style workshop that “flips the switch” on common energy myths. As a community that understands the effects of climate change intimately, learn its connection to energy and why using less energy is important. Find out about no-cost tips to save energy and the many rebates currently available to help with appliance, water heating, and home cooling upgrades.
For more no-cost ways to save energy, visit our “Tips to save energy page”, click here.