January 5, 2014
Smart Energy Hawaii
Another year has gone by and a new one begins and your electric bills continue to go up year after year as we plug in more things. Now you have to pay for holiday gifts, the huge electric bill you…
December 29, 2013
Risource Energy
BY STELLA JUNE Last December, Darren Furumoto launched Risource Energy as a “renewable energy” company. His goal to offer the latest and most cost-effective renewable energy product line has differentiated his company from the majority of solar companies in Hawaii.…
December 22, 2013
Bonterra Renewable Energy and Solar Power
Whether it’s Bonterra Solar’s award-winning reputation, its uncompromising commitment to customers, or the great emphasis it places on quality, Bonterra is the people’s choice for solar power. Listed here are just a few things that make Bonterra so special. A…
December 22, 2013
Alternate Energy Inc
With HECO’s recent policy changes creating clouds of uncertainty for people who want to invest in solar photovoltaic (PV) for their families, Alternate Energy has some clear information — and some good news: There will never be a better time…
December 15, 2013
Alternative Electric
Photovoltaics are creating quite a buzz among Hawaii homeowners. Also known as PV, photovoltaics are a form of solar energy. “But instead of heating your water, it actually produces electricity,” explained Chad Matsumoto, who co-owns Alternative Electric with Bronson Apana.…
December 15, 2013
Surface Shield Roofing Company
At the moment, Hawaii’s roofing industry is experiencing a remarkable period of growth. Seventy one percent of roofing companies that responded to a Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) survey reported revenue increases in 2012. Despite a sluggish economy and…
December 15, 2013
Cenano Pacific
For those of you who have put up photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on your home, aren’t you glad you already did? The next step is to keep those panels clean and efficient for a lifetime. With Hawaii’s Clean Energy Initiative…
December 8, 2013
Shaka Solar
Lanai and Augie are two local comedians who love to make people laugh. But both can agree that high electricity prices are no joke. That’s why the celebrity duo have teamed up with Shaka Solar promoting “Electricity for less when…
December 8, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
With summer coming to a close and the end of the year approaching, an increase in photovoltaic (PV) installations is on the horizon. Customers will want to see their tax credits sooner than later, so most will try to hold…
December 8, 2013
Risource Energy
BY MELANIE MEI Christmas is just around the corner. Overnight, Hawaii’s living rooms and yards seem to miraculously transform into wintery wonderlands. Holiday gatherings bring people together in the spirit of giving and holiday cheer. Advertisement By the time the…
December 1, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
With the end of the year creeping up on us and HECO’s saturation rates delaying a lot of PV installations, Oahu residents have been put between a rock and a hard place. Many residents still want to lower their electrical…
December 1, 2013
Akamai Energy
With Hawaiian Electric’s latest “call before you install” approval policy, the hopes of getting your PV solar system installed before the end of 2013 may have been compromised. Among all the confusion, the good news is that the studies being…
December 1, 2013
Pacific Islands Solar
Recent announcements by HECO state that as a result of grid saturation, PV installations may require studies or added equipment that will add costs to solar installations. Due to the studies, installation delays may last up to a year or…
December 1, 2013
Smart Energy Hawaii
These days, there are literally hundreds of companies in the energy industry providing solar and photovoltaic (PV) services in Hawaii. With so many choices, how do you choose the right one for you to fit your specific needs? The short…
November 24, 2013
Cenano Pacific
For those of you who have put up photovoltaic solar panels on your home, aren’t you glad you already did? The next step is to keep those panels clean and efficient for a lifetime. With Hawaii’s Clean Energy Initiative always…
November 24, 2013
Alternative Electric
Photovoltaics are creating quite a buzz among Hawaii homeowners. Also known as PV, photovoltaics are a form of solar energy. “But instead of heating your water, it actually produces electricity,” explained Chad Matsumoto, who co-owns Alternative Electric with Bronson Apana.…
November 24, 2013
Alternate Energy Inc
When choosing a solar contractor, of course the basics are important. You want a reputable company with a long track record of offering high-quality products, excellent service and installation, fair pricing and solid warranties. But beyond that, what sets a…
November 24, 2013
Risource Energy
BY STELLA JUNE As a renewable energy company, Risource Energy not only installs rooftop solar systems but also specializes in installing systems that will continually maximize homeowners’ savings. Advertisement Darren Furumoto, Risource Energy President, has worked with Japanese PV modules…
November 17, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
With the year 2013 coming to a close, many customers will want to see their tax credits sooner than later, so most will try to hold out as long as possible on PV installation. Energy Pro Hawaii encourages you to…
November 17, 2013
Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union
If you’ve been looking to install solar photovoltaic (PV) in your home, now is the time to do it. The recent changes in HECO’s solar policies and processes for neighborhoods reaching high levels of PV saturation have caused delays for…