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HI SR110

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/12/2021

Primary Sponsor

Kurt Fevella

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the City and County of Honolulu to investigate the environmental impact of the Na Pua Makani Wind Project in Kahuku.

  • Requests the Public Utilities Commission require dismantling of wind turbines by December 31, 2021, unless they produce 100 percent renewable energy, operate at full capacity, and are integrated into Oahu's electrical grid.

  • Requests the Hawaiian Electric Company and renewable energy companies increase public transparency in their decision-making processes.

  • Cites resident opposition to wind turbines due to landscape degradation, noise pollution, shadow flicker, and red light pollution, as well as impacts on Hawaiian hoary bats and other endangered species.

  • Directs transmission of certified copies to the Public Utilities Commission, Chief Energy Officer, Mayor of Honolulu, and Hawaiian Electric Company President and CEO.

Legislative Description

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Investigate The Environmental Impact Of The Na Pua Makani Wind Project.

Public Utilities Commission

Last Action

Referred to PSM/AEN.

3/16/2021

Committee Referrals

Public Safety, Intergovernmental and Military Affairs3/16/2021

Full Bill Text

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