HI SCR161

Requests the Public Utilities Commission to respond to Hawaiian Electric's November 2023 request to suspend, deprioritize, and delay Phase 2, Tranche 2 of the Community-Based Renewable Energy Program.

Directs the PUC to issue informational requests to Hawaiian Electric for specific reasons, timing details, and a reasonable date for recommencing community-based renewable energy project procurement.

Orders Hawaiian Electric to continue deployment of community-based renewable energy projects through Phase 2, Tranche 2 based on the PUC's determination of a reasonable commencement date.

Requires Hawaiian Electric to revoke the suspension of procurement and continue issuing requests for proposals for the Community-Based Renewable Energy Program based on PUC findings.

Aims to ensure continued access to shared solar programs that benefit underserved communities, including seniors and low- to moderate-income families who cannot install individual solar systems.