What we're up to

As Hawai‘i continues to lead the charge in renewable energy adoption, we face a mounting challenge: what happens to solar panels once they reach the end of their lifespan?

The decisions made by the PUC profoundly impact Hawaii's transition to 100% clean energy and decarbonization. But what exactly does that decision making process entail, and how can you get involved?

Since launching the program in 2019, Blue Planet has graduated a total of 69 members from 5 cohorts across 6 islands. See how these youth climate leaders are taking local action to address the climate challenge in their communities!

After four months of action, the 2024 legislative session came to a close. Read about the outcomes of the session, which saw few energy wins, but was pivotal in advancing recovery and resilience efforts in Hawai‘i, particularly in response to the wildfires on Maui.

Energy codes can help reduce energy waste, lower energy bills, and are key to helping Hawai‘i achieve its ambitious climate goals. But, what are energy codes and why do they matter?

Installing public EV charging stations on your property can boost business and attract new customers, while supporting statewide efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Plus, there are more tax credits and rebates available than ever before!

Today marks the beginning of “conference committee,” a two week period where key legislators from the House and Senate meet to determine the final language and details of bills that are still alive and advancing.

Wondering how you can make your commute more sustainable? We’ve compiled a list of multimodal transportation options by island below.

During the 2024 legislative session, Blue Planet is prioritizing policy solutions that align with the state’s decarbonization pathways, while also addressing affordability and accessibility for the people of Hawai‘i.

From the rural town of Volcano to the heart of Honolulu, these 25 passionate and inspiring high school students represent the next generation of climate leaders in Hawaiʻi.

Young people are already demonstrating their ability to lead climate advocacy efforts through historic constitutional climate change lawsuits.

We are completely heartbroken by the destruction on Maui. Our hearts go out to the Lahaina community and those impacted by wildfires across the state.

This statewide event, happening in August 2023, will challenge you to get out of your car and experience the variety of transportation options that Hawaiʻi has to offer.

We’re pleased to share that thanks to your advocacy efforts, we successfully passed clean lighting and appliance efficiency standards — two of Blue Planet's top priorities relating to energy efficiency.

To transform the systems that underlie the climate crisis, we have developed three strategic pillars that represent our greatest opportunities to support Hawai‘i’s transition to a decarbonized future.