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HI HCR58
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
4/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nicole Lowen
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AI Summary
- Hawaii State Energy Office is requested to convene a Geothermal Energy Working Group to evaluate regulatory and policy landscape surrounding geothermal energy in Hawaii
- Working group shall consist of 16 members including the Chief Energy Officer (chair), state department directors, legislative committee chairs, Public Utilities Commission chair, Hawaiian Homes Commission chair, university representative, county planning officials, utility and geothermal industry representatives, and nonprofit representatives
- Working group is requested to identify regulatory and permitting challenges, review best practices from other jurisdictions including New Zealand, assess geothermal expansion potential for energy resilience and affordability, and provide policy and regulatory reform recommendations
- Hawaii State Energy Office shall submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2027 Regular Session
Legislative Description
Requesting The Hawaii State Energy Office To Convene A Geothermal Energy Working Group To Evaluate The Regulatory And Policy Landscape Surrounding Geothermal Energy In Hawaii.
Working Group
Last Action
Resolution adopted in final form.
4/15/2025
Committee Referrals
Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs4/4/2025
Consumer Protection & Commerce3/28/2025
Energy & Environmental Protection3/14/2025
Full Bill Text
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