HI SB2513

Requires the Public Utilities Commission to mandate that electric utilities issue separate requests for proposals (RFPs) for firm renewable energy generation and intermittent renewable energy generation.

Defines "firm renewable energy" as renewable energy constantly available and capable of being produced at contracted capacity 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, excluding biomass; defines "intermittent renewable energy" as all other renewable sources.

Prohibits the Public Utilities Commission from approving any new or renewed utility-owned generation projects or power purchase agreements for electricity generation with entities that have affiliated interests with a public utility.

Appropriates $100,000 to the Hawaii State Energy Office in fiscal year 2022-2023 to study available firm and intermittent renewable energy resources on each island, with findings due to the legislature by 20 days before the 2023 regular session.

Takes effect on July 31, 2050.