From small apartments to large commercial towers, local residents and businesses have experienced significant benefits through energy efficiency with support from Hawaii Energy. Check out these stories and get inspired!

Hawaii Agriculture Research Center Affordable Housing Project

Kunia Camp, Oahu

Type of project:
Solar Water Heater
Trade-Up

In partnership with HARC, and with the essential work of Clean Energy Allies, Hawaii Energy upgraded 23 ...

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Rosalinde Ranne

Hilo, Hawaii

Type of project:
Residential Refrigerator
Trade-Up

During the pandemic, accelerated rebates for residents helped to alleviate up front cost for energy-efficient home appliances. Rosalind Ranne of Hilo received a $250 rebate through the Refrigerator Trade-Up program which helped her upgrade ...

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Pu‘uhale Elementary School

Oahu, Hawaii Island

Type of project:
Educational Needs
ENERGY STAR® Chromebooks

In a joint effort with Kuauli Digital Opportunities Initiative, Hawaii Energy distributed 350 ENERGY STAR® certified Chromebooks to four public schools on Oahu and Hawaii Island. “Due to the pandemic ...

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The Locavore Store

Hilo, Hawaii

Type of project:
Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Estimated annual savings: $566

Hilo-based grocery store, The Locavore Store, supports local farms and businesses by providing a centralized location for ...

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Highgate Hotels

Honolulu, Oahu

Type of project:
Smart thermostats,
Retro-commissioning

Estimated annual savings: $335,648

Learn how Highgate Hotels (Alohilani Resort, Aston Waikiki Beach, Park Shore Waikiki) took advantage of ...

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Jewel or Juice

Honolulu, Oahu

Type of project:
Commercial kitchen equipment

Family-owned smoothie shop Jewel or Juice suffered a 50%+ drop in sales when COVID-19 hit, but energy costs remained the same, as their fridges and freezers still had to remain on 24/7...

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