Oil prices are surging due to the Russian invasion, but the island’s dwindling reliance on fossil fuels is helping to stabilize utility bills.

Hu Honua intends to create energy by burning biomass, primarily eucalyptus, cut from multiple locations on Hawaii island.

Hawaii’s energy office says investing in renewable energy is necessary to reduce the state’s reliance on foreign oil.

Naomi Kuwaye’s experience includes representing a $16 billion energy company in a major case before the commission she will oversee if confirmed.

As a result of the war in Ukraine and sanctions against Russia, oil prices have surged. Utilities that rely on oil are passing those costs on to customers.

The House will now weigh in on how far floating wind farms must be from shore.

Par Pacific said it will turn to other sources from North and South America to meet petroleum demand in the islands.

The Hu Honua Bioenergy plant has bogged down in complex regulatory and legal fights over the electricity costs and environmental concerns.

Gov. Ige will name a replacement for Jay Griffin later this spring.

The effects of a warming planet are also expected to make it more expensive to safeguard land and water.