by Michelle Orian-Lau | May 22, 2023 We all experienced hardships during the pandemic. But for many in our communities, the financial impacts have been deeper and longer lasting. …

by Dan Kaneko | May 20, 2023 In the aftermath of an NFL game I attended last December, I found myself with a dying phone battery, and I was struggling to find an available Uber ride back to my hotel because of the surge in demand. A feeling of helplessness…

by Michael Choe | May 17, 2023 As a former teacher, nothing makes me feel better than seeing young people turn their talents into action. …

by Shayna Decker | May 9, 2023 (Hawaiian diacritical marks included to appreciate the full story.) “Mom, when can we come back here?” This was the first thing my 10-year-old son said just minutes after we completed a volunteer day with Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership in West Maui. Our group…

by Michael Choe | May 3, 2023

by Kristen Okinaka | April 26, 2023 At Hawaiian Electric, we believe it’s important to serve as stewards for our islands. Together with our ohana and friends, we support organizations that preserve and protect our land, ocean and cultural sites.

by Michael Choe | April 23, 2023 Hawaiian Electric offers numerous programs that benefit customers. One of those programs is Battery Bonus, which offers a cash incentive and bill credits for those who add energy storage to their rooftop solar system. Even though I can’t participate in Battery Bonus since…

by Shannon Tangonan | April 12, 2023 On the cover of Hawaiian Electric’s 2022–23 Corporate Sustainability Report is a photo of Michaela “Lala” Quong, 8, the daughter of one of our colleagues. …

by Robert Yang | April 5, 2023 I moved to Honolulu from Aiea during 2007 and have never left the city life. One of the reasons I like living in Honolulu is that everything you need is nearby and there are plenty of options to get around so you’re not…