Lanai Barge Arrival Postponed – Notice to Customers
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Aloha Consumers, We want to keep you informed about the current situation with Young Brothers’ recent shipping schedule. On December 18, 2023, the Young Brothers’ barge, Kala‘enalu, arrived in Hilo as planned. However, unexpected ocean conditions, particularly a significant northeastern swell causing surge at the pier, have necessitated the barge to remain waiting off port ...
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The “Shift and Save” pilot program, expanded by Hawaiian Electric on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island, focuses on testing new time-of-use (TOU) rates starting February 1st, involving 16,000 participants. This initiative, not endorsing any particular company or endeavor, aims to gather crucial data and feedback. The TOU rates encourage shifting energy consumption to daytime, tapping into ...
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BACKGROUND KIUC, a non-profit electric cooperative on Kauai, has recently filed its first general rate increase in over 12 years. KIUC states that the purpose of the rate increase is to address rising operating costs and infrastructure investments while meeting state requirements, including renewable energy standards. The proposed increase amount is $16.7 million, approximately 9.42% ...
Read More KIUC FOR APPROVAL OF RATE CHANGES AND INCREASES (DOCKET NO. 2022-0208)
BACKGROUND Hone Heke is a water carrier authorized to transport passengers and property between the islands of Lānaʻi and Maui. Pursuant to its Tariff No. 2, Hone Heke provides water carrier transportation service between Lāhainā Harbor, Maui, and Manele Harbor, Lānaʻi. Hone Heke seeks Commission approval of an increase of 37% to each of its ...
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Dear Hawaii Community, We invite you to help steer the course of Hawaii’s energy future. The Public Utilities Commission (PUC), is launching a series of virtual meetings. Your input is essential to bring community members together. Meeting Details: The virtual gathering is scheduled for Tuesday, October 31, 2023. This is the kickoff to a series ...
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BACKGROUND Energy Equity Docket 2022-0250 is a significant proceeding before the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) that focuses on addressing critical issues related to clean energy access, affordability, and fairness in Hawai‘i. At its core the docket seeks to ensure that all residents, regardless of income level or location, have access to affordable, reliable, and clean ...
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The Division of Consumer Advocacy (DCA) supports Order No. 40218, which suspends utility disconnections on Maui through October 17, 2023, due to the devastating wildfires. DCA recommends further protections for ratepayers, including: No Disconnection Fees: DCA urges that no customer impacted by the wildfires should face disconnection fees. Waiving Connection Fees and Deposits: Given the ...
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Division of Consumer Advocacy Calls for Utility System Vulnerability Assessment Docket No. 2022-0135
In response to recent catastrophic wildfires on Maui and the urgent need for preventative action, the Division of Consumer Advocacy (DCA) has made recommendations regarding the assessment of vulnerabilities in Hawaii’s utility systems. These recommendations seek to investigate policy and actions to Hawaii’s regulated utility systems’ vulnerability to natural disasters and man–made threats Background: On ...
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