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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