BeyondKONA: Energy
Not since the Industrial Age has the opportunity for change in energy been as great as it is today. There is now a transformation from dirty, extraction-based fossil-fuel energy fuels now imported into Hawai’i, but choices we make as to acceptable “renewable energy” options will have positive or negative consequences and costs to Hawaii’s population and environment.
One thing is certain: $5 trillion dollars annually in global taxpayer subsidies of the fossil fuel (dirty energy) sector is unsustainable, and by any measurement, economically and environmentally, a costly and false economy. (2016-17 World Bank – IMF reports).
Zero emissions energy sources are driving new cost and performance efficiencies and environmental benefits for Hawai’i and that can propel the state’s transformation to a clean energy driven global economy. Hawaii’s abundant sun, wind, water, and geothermal energy assets are Hawaii’s mana.
-
Senate bill targets significant savings from gas demand response amid supply challenges
on February 19, 2019 at 3:57 pm
The legislation, introduced by Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Angus King, I-Maine, includes $10 million for pilot programs aimed at […]
-
FERC reasserts authority over PG&E contracts in bankruptcy court filing
on February 19, 2019 at 3:47 pm
PG&E may want to exit older renewable energy contracts as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding, but FERC argued it must separately win approval from […]
-
Developer eyes world's largest solar+storage facility for Texas
on February 19, 2019 at 3:12 pm
Listed in the ERCOT interconnection report, the project would combine 495 MW of solar with 495 MW of energy storage in 2021, if completed. […]
-
DOE proposal to change how it sets efficiency standards creates new hurdles, advocates say
on February 19, 2019 at 2:47 pm
Updates to the Process Rule would gives manufacturers a "carte blanche to write the rules for how efficiency is measured," according to Appliance Standards […]
-
Solving your complex billing gateway problem | solar & beyond
on February 19, 2019 at 2:30 pm
Traditional CIS systems do not have the ability to handle either the quantity nor the complexity of rating and billing smart grid-based dynamic pricing. […]
-
Ameren files $6.3B grid transformation plan with Missouri regulators
on February 19, 2019 at 1:32 pm
The proposal includes more than 2,000 infrastructure improvement projects, including approximately $1 billion in electric investments this year and $1 […]
-
Renewables need urgent investment to ease Australia's transmission bottlenecks, experts warn
by Katharine Murphy Political editor on February 19, 2019 at 1:52 am
Energy storage and transmission must be rapidly updated to meet emissions targets through uptake of renewables, group saysRenewable energy experts have called […]
-
Iowa operatives say ethanol worship is now as corny as The West Wing
by Ben Jacobs in Des Moines, Iowa on February 18, 2019 at 11:00 am
Support for the biofuel and its economic impact used to be key in the caucus state. Then Ted Cruz opposed it and won For decades, supporting ethanol was […]
-
Tesla big battery is holding its own in a burgeoning energy storage market | Giles Parkinson
by Giles Parkinson on February 18, 2019 at 3:41 am
The South Australian battery pockets $4m as the market looks to unlock multiple potential value streamsThe Tesla big battery at Hornsdale in South Australia […]
-
The Coalition's 'big stick' was all about coal – and a big waste of energy | Nicky Ison
by Nicky Ison on February 18, 2019 at 12:40 am
The latest failed energy policy was never a serious attempt to reduce electricity prices or deal with the abuse of market powerThe Coalition’s “big […]
-
Government cannot fund new coal plants without parliamentary approval, advice says
by Katharine Murphy Political editor on February 17, 2019 at 5:00 pm
New legal advice sought by the Australia Institute contradicts what government has been telling stakeholdersA new legal opinion suggests the Morrison […]
-
UK fracking industry pushes for review of earthquake limits
by Adam Vaughan on February 16, 2019 at 4:00 pm
Firms say regulations forcing operations to stop if they trigger tremors greater than 0.5 magnitude threaten viabilityThe UK’s nascent fracking firms are […]
-
PJM to ask FERC to invalidate its energy market rules after stakeholder impasse
on February 15, 2019 at 3:30 pm
The grid operator's controversial five-point proposal includes changes that will boost the real-time and day-ahead markets by allowing larger, less flexible […]
-
Vineyard Wind submits 1,200 MW proposal to New York's 800 MW offshore wind RFP
on February 15, 2019 at 2:08 pm
The New York State Energy Research and Development authority received 18 bids from four companies for its inaugural offshore wind solicitation. […]
-
New England efficiency advocates raise alarm over potential capacity market changes
on February 15, 2019 at 2:06 pm
According to a filing by Advanced Energy Economy, the grid operator for New England is considering making changes to how energy efficiency providers […]
-
Take control of your peak load energy costs
on February 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Peak load usage has a considerable influence on your energy bill. Learn how you can manage it. […]
-
Meal kits cut food waste but packaging is a problem, study finds
by Ian Sample Science editor on February 14, 2019 at 8:00 pm
Deliveries ‘almost always’ use more energy than buying ingredients from supermarketHome delivery meal kits can slash food waste by more than […]
-
Renewable energy will be world's main power source by 2040, says BP
by Adam Vaughan on February 14, 2019 at 2:49 pm
Annual energy forecast predicts record surge in wind, solar and other renewablesRenewable energy sources will be the world’s main source of power within […]
-
Oil firm aims to extend Dorset coast drilling despite marine life risk
by Sandra Laville on February 14, 2019 at 2:22 pm
Environment groups oppose licence for Corallian Energy extractions along protected coastline running to MarchAn oil company drilling off the Dorset coastline […]
-
Coalition shelves 'big stick' energy bill to avoid anti-coal amendment
by Katharine Murphy Political editor on February 14, 2019 at 2:58 am
Rather than risk amendment blocking taxpayer support for new coal plants, government will instead take bill to electionThe Morrison government has shelved its […]
-
Fracking firm Cuadrilla loses planning appeal for second UK site
by Adam Vaughan Energy correspondent on February 12, 2019 at 7:08 pm
Communities secretary James Brokenshire cited traffic issues in rejecting plans for four wellsCampaigners have welcomed the government’s decision to […]
-
Australia won’t meet the Paris targets despite what recent research claims | Bill Hare
by Bill Hare on February 12, 2019 at 5:00 pm
There’s no way we’ll achieve the targets five years early without major policy changes, which are unlikely under the current governmentThe […]
-
Solar energy sector lost 8,000 jobs in US last year, but future looks bright – report
by Edward Helmore in New York on February 12, 2019 at 10:00 am
Despite second consecutive year of declines, report concludes the long-term outlook for solar energy production is positiveThe solar energy sector lost 8,000 […]
-
Biggest offshore windfarm to start UK supply this week
by Adam Vaughan on February 11, 2019 at 4:55 pm
High hopes for Hornsea One as developer says its output could fill the gap left by nuclearAn offshore windfarm on the Yorkshire coast that will dwarf the […]
-
The barefoot engineers of Malawi – in pictures
on February 11, 2019 at 7:00 am
Eight women from rural Malawi travelled to India to train as solar engineers. Now they are lighting the way for their communities, in a country where just 10% […]
-
The win to stop the Rocky Hill coalmine happened in the right place and just in time | Elaine Johnson
by Elaine Johnson on February 11, 2019 at 2:51 am
The reasons the mine was rejected have made international news. So how did we get here?On Friday, as Tasmanian forests continued to burn, Queensland faced […]
-
Energy bills: are your cuppas costing more than you thought?
by Patrick Collinson on February 9, 2019 at 7:30 am
The UK uses more electricity on kettles that we do an oven. We could cut the cost in halfHere’s a trick question for a quiz: which uses the most […]
-
Eco homes for sale – in pictures
by Jill Papworth on February 8, 2019 at 7:00 am
Cut your energy bills with these environmentally-friendly homes, from Wales to Cambridgeshire Continue reading... […]
-
We have a rare chance to make our electricity system fair again, but we need to act fast | Nicky Ison
by Nicky Ison on February 8, 2019 at 5:32 am
Waiting for coal power plants to naturally retire and be replaced with cleaner alternatives will take too longWhile some politicians pretend there is still a […]
-
Court rules out Hunter Valley coalmine on climate change grounds
by Michael McGowan and Lisa Cox on February 7, 2019 at 11:20 pm
Judge rejects Rocky Hill mine near Gloucester, NSW, because of its impact on the town and ‘dire consequences’ of increasing emissionsThe […]
-
Waterpower History Celebrated for Canada's 150thOWA Releases Catalogue Featuring Facilities over 100 Years Old
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Energy Commission Awards Research Grants for Renewable Energy
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
CleanChoice Energy Surpasses $1.5 Million in DonationsGiving Focused on Company's Mission to Make Clean Energy Accessible to Everybody
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Receives Inaugural Henry A. Wallace Award and Pledge of $1 Million in Support for Tribe's Transition to Renewable EnergyThe Wallace Global Fund honors the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's unyielding advocacy for people and the planet - and dedication to fossil fuel independence
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Greenpeace study finds Renewable Energy will be cheapest electricity in G20 countries by 2030
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
NREL Announces Participants for 2017 Executive Energy Leadership Program
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Veolia Awarded Operations Contract for North Carolina Biomass FacilityInnovative waste-to-energy plant provides renewable solutions for poultry producers; safeguards local waterways
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Energy Department Announces $15.8 Million Investment for Innovation in Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Arnold Schwarzenegger's R20 alliance, Alpiq and BG Consulting Engineers: combined forces for sustainable energy projects
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Renewables Provide 19.35% of U.S. Electricity - About 40 Years Sooner Than EIA Expected
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
New York Governor Announces Major Climate and Jobs Initiative in Partnership with the Worker Institute at Cornell University ILR's School and Climate Jobs NY to Help Create 40,000 Clean Energy Jobs by 2020
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Energy Department Announces up to $12 Million for Projects to Advance Wave Energy
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Energy Department Announces Nearly $9 Million for Small Businesses Focused on Clean Energy Innovations
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Ballard's Protonex Subsidiary Receives First Order For Fuel Cell System To Power Commercial UAVs
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Voith and China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG) enhance their cooperation in the hydropower business
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Another Record-Breaking Year for Renewable Energy: More renewable energy capacity for less moneyRecord power capacity of 161 gigawatts added, for 23 per cent less investment - $241.6 billion
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Central Asian Countries Commit to Accelerate the Uptake of Renewables in the RegionIRENA collaborates with Central Asia to capitalise on substantial renewable energy potential
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
Three African renewable energy projects announced as winners of the US$7million Access Co-Development Facility competition
When completed, the projects will collectively provide over 85MW of electricity, enough to power more than 420,000 homes and business across Tanzania, Rwanda and Ghana
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
STEM education brought to the forefront with new initiative provided by ForeFront Power
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]
-
NREL-Led Research Effort Creates New Alloys, Phase Diagram
by Electric Energy Online on August 16, 2017 at 2:01 pm
[…]