HI HCR204

Requests the Public Utilities Commission to conduct an independent analysis evaluating energy paths that maximize cost reduction and minimize financial risk for Hawaii residents while meeting the state's 100% renewable energy goal by 2045.

Requires two separate independent analyses examining strategies through 2055, including costs or savings residents will bear beyond the 2045 renewable mandate.

Cites concerns that the Hawaii State Energy Office's 2025 "Alternative Fuels, Repowering, and Energy Transition Study" contained calculation errors, potentially overstating LNG benefits by at least $300 million by failing to include fuel costs.

Notes that battery storage and solar costs have dropped 90% over the last decade, and the study should consider newer long-duration storage technologies (100+ hours) already proving successful in other states like California.

Requires a preliminary report 30 days before the 2027 legislative session and a final report 30 days before the 2028 session.