PROGRAM
As local, national and international communities navigate a changing energy landscape, the 12th annual Hawaii Energy Conference brings industry leaders together to offer solutions addressing the most pressing energy challenges of today.
Featuring ten dynamic panels and one Deep Dive session over two days, the program will cover topics ranging from utility-scale renewable energy deployment to community-based initiatives, and the economics and advancements of exporting to grid. Discussions will also tackle energy efficiency, sustainable financing strategies, alternative energy sources, job creation, training, and more.
Complementing the main stage discussions, the new Deep Dive session provides an intimate setting for up to 40 participants to engage directly with experts and explore complex issues like time-of-use rates.
The Hawaii Energy Conference also offers networking and exhibiting opportunities to connect with key stakeholders, industry experts, innovators, policymakers and more. Join us on Maui to gain insights, share ideas, and collaborate on actionable solutions to building a sustainable future for Hawaii and beyond.
2025 PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Wednesday May 21
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7:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
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8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
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E KOMO MAI (WELCOME) KEYNOTE ADDRESS |
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9:15 AM – 9:45 AM |
Coffee Break and Exhibit Session Break (30 min) |
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9:45 AM – 12:00 PM |
Panels & Featured Presentation |
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM |
Deep Dive – Designing TOU Rates for Hawaii that Balance Affordability, Flexibility, and Grid Needs (concurrent with main stage program) |
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12:00 PM – 1:30 PM |
Networking Lunch & Exhibit Session (90 min) |
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1:30 PM – 3:30 PM |
Panels |
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3:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
Refreshment Break (30 min) |
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Featured Presentation & Panel |
| 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Networking Reception |
Thursday May 22
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7:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
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8:00 AM – 8:30 AM |
Outcomes of Deep Dive Sessions |
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8:30 AM – 9:30 AM |
Panel |
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9:30 AM – 10:00 AM |
Coffee Break and Exhibit Session Break (30 min) |
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10:00 AM – 11:15 AM |
Featured Presentation & Panel |
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11:15 AM – 12:45 PM |
Networking Lunch & Exhibit Session (90 min) |
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12:45 PM – 3:00 PM |
Panels & Featured Presentation |
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3:00 PM – 3:30 PM |
Refreshment Break (30 min) | |
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3:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
Panel |
| 4:30 PM – 4:45 PM | Closing |
| 4:45 PM – 6:00 PM | Women in Renewable Energy (WIRE) Pau Hana |
Join the conversation, networking and more at the 12th Hawaii Energy Conference