HB 1801 Summary

• Requires state facilities larger than 10,000 square feet to implement cost-effective energy efficiency measures, with implementation deadlines of January 1, 2024 for facilities that have not implemented section 36-41 since 2010, and January 1, 2026 for all other facilities.

• Directs the Hawaii State Energy Office to collect monthly utility bill and energy usage data for all state-owned facilities and make this information publicly available.

• Beginning July 1, 2023, requires new state building construction to maximize energy and water efficiency, maximize energy generation potential, and use building materials that reduce the carbon footprint, where feasible and cost-effective.

• Defines "cost-effective energy efficiency measure" as any measure where costs do not exceed estimated savings over twenty years or the life of installed components, whichever is less.

• Prohibits state entities from claiming tax credits, deductions, or depreciation under title 14 for implementing energy efficiency measures under this Act.