The Hawaii Energy Conference (HEC) is proud to announce that the Honorable Josh Green, M.D., Governor of the State of Hawaii, will deliver the keynote address at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Day 1 of the May 21-22 event. As a champion of clean energy and sustainability, Governor Green will share his vision for Hawaii’s energy future and spotlight the state’s leadership in the clean energy transition.
In late January, Governor Green signed an executive order (EO) to promote and expedite the development of renewable energy in the state of Hawaii. The EO outlined priorities to reduce energy costs, prevent blackouts and slash emissions for Hawaii residents and businesses.
“Hawaii needs to take some drastic steps to reduce energy costs, which have continued to rise contributing to the high cost of living for our people,” said Governor Green. “We know that high energy costs in Hawaii are due to our reliance on burning oil for electricity and old infrastructure, which is really unacceptable. We can and must do more to get this under control.” Read statement from the Office of the Governor
“We are honored to have Governor Green join us as the keynote speaker at this year’s Hawaii Energy Conference,” said Jacqui Hoover, Conference Chair and Executive Director and COO Hawaii Island Economic Development Board (HIEDB); and President Hawaii Leeward Planning. “His leadership in sustainable energy policy and commitment to Hawaii’s clean energy goals will provide invaluable insight and inspiration to attendees.”
The Hawaii Energy Conference, now in its 12th year, brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to address the most pressing energy challenges of today. With a theme of “Offering Solutions” the program will cover topics ranging from utility-scale renewable energy deployment to community-based initiatives, and the economics and advancements of grid independence. Discussions will also tackle energy efficiency, alternative energy sources, job creation, training, and more.
Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and supported by the County of Maui Office of Economic Development, the Hawaii Energy Conference also offers networking and exhibiting opportunities. The cross-section of attendees include: renewable energy industry professionals; developers and contractors interested in microgrids and off-grid; workforce development experts and organized labor representatives; those interested in the intersection between energy and housing; climate and energy policymakers and regulators; entrepreneurs and innovators; and environmentalists and sustainability advocates.
Learn more about the program. Registration is open with early bird rates available until March 31.
Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation established in 1982 with a mission to diversify Maui County’s economy, building pathways to innovation, jobs and opportunities for our residents. Through partnerships with the public and private sector, MEDB undertakes projects that assist growth industries with navigating and thriving in our county, educates and trains residents for new careers, and engages our community in forums that determine future economic directions.