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HI SB3056
Bill
Status
1/24/2018
Primary Sponsor
William Espero
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $350,000 from general revenues to the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority for fiscal year 2018-2019 to support hydroelectric power development for the State.
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Authorizes funding for the Poseidon hydroelectric system, which draws ocean water to generate electricity before returning it to the ocean using patent-pending technology.
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Intended to support planned pilot projects including a 2-kilowatt ocean pilot project and a 50-kilowatt project designed to lay groundwork for a 100-megawatt power plant on Oahu.
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Aims to reduce electricity costs for Hawaii residents and businesses by developing low-cost renewable hydroelectric power using ocean water as a resource.
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Takes effect on July 1, 2050.
Legislative Description
Relating To Hydroelectricity.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.
2/14/2018