July 28, 2013
KAPILI ROOFING & PAINTING
A mere three days after graduating from Pearl City High School, Mike Leong went right to work with the ultimate goal of providing local families and business owners with high-quality roofing solutions. Armed with practical experience and on-the-job training gleaned…
July 21, 2013
American Electric
As Ray Hose, president of American Electric, will tell you, “Never before have homeowners had to make so many decisions about their electrical systems. Solar, energy conservation, emergency power, 21st century loads on 1970s wiring — the homeowner really needs…
July 21, 2013
Bonterra Renewable Energy and Solar Power
As a leader in Hawaii’s clean-energy movement, Bonterra Solar has helped thousands of people in Hawaii make the transition toward solar power. In the process, the locally owned company has become Hawaii’s most trusted solar installer and has played a…
July 21, 2013
Risource Energy
BY MELANIE MEI Less than one year from introducing a new Japan-made, thin-film PV panel to Hawaii residents, Risource Energy is now recognized as the “Top U.S. Residential Installer in 2012” by Solar Frontier. Advertisement A small team from Risource…
July 14, 2013
The Cool Roof Store
Come learn about two new silicone roof coatings with introductory prices. This Saturday, July 20, at the Cool Roof Store’s big One Day Sale and Demo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the public will have a chance to learn…
July 14, 2013
Alternative Electric
Looking for an electrician, but don’t know who to call? As you open the Yellow Pages, there are about 50 different electrical contractors to choose from, but which one do you call? Some contractors may only service certain parts of…
July 14, 2013
Murakami Roofing
It’s a rarity in Hawaii, but hurricanes and storms with strong winds occasionally do occur. Then, the next thing you know, you hear in the news that someone’s whole roof pulled off the house and landed in the neighbor’s yard.…
July 14, 2013
American Electric
Thinking about PV for your home? If so, you should understand the changes taking place in the PV industry generally, and here in Hawaii specifically. The “gold rush” has peaked; panel manufacturers have gone bankrupt by the score and prices…
July 7, 2013
Pacific Islands Solar
Recently, an article was published in the New York Times titled “Solar Industry Anxious Over Defective Panels.” According to the article, there is a growing concern over the quality of materials and workmanship used in manufacturing photovoltaic panels. The issues…
July 7, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
One of the most frequently asked questions by prospective solar electric system purchasers is: How many panels do I actually need? Oftentimes people will choose the lowest number of panels feeling confident that they will be enough. Sometimes it is…
July 7, 2013
Surface Shield Roofing Company
With more than 20 years of experience in Hawaii’s roofing and solar industry, Surface Shield Roofing’s Shon Gregory has seen the business change as materials and technologies are adapted to the needs and priorities of property owners. “Our clients are…
July 7, 2013
Island Pacific Energy
BY MICHELLE LEE For many years, the tax incentives that gave most homeowners and corporations the ability to take advantage of solar power were not favorable for non-profit organizations. “We made it one of our core objectives to change that,”…
June 30, 2013
RevoluSun
From a handful of solar companies in 2009 educating Hawaii’s homeowners about the benefits of solar electricity to upwards of 200 companies currently trying to “cash in” on the solar boom, the question for many is not should we go…
June 30, 2013
Discount Solar Co.
With our state’s astronomically high electricity rates and year-round sunshine, generating electricity from the sun is a perfect energy solution for Hawaii. But is the price of photovoltaics (PV) making you think twice about solar? Then you’ll be pleased to…
June 30, 2013
Bonterra Renewable Energy and Solar Power
In a sea of solar companies, Bonterra Solar stands head and shoulders above the competition. But what is it that makes Bonterra so unique? How have they become Hawaii’s most trusted solar installer? For starters, the company is composed of…
June 23, 2013
Alternative Electric
Looking for an electrician, but don’t know who to call? As you open the Yellow Pages, there are about 50 different electrical contractors to choose from. But which one do you call? Some contractors may only service certain parts of…
June 23, 2013
Risource Energy
Recognized for its lush beauty — as seen at Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens and Kahana Valley State Park — as well as its magnificent views from sights such as the Koolau mountain range at Nuuanu Pali Lookout or Oahu’s No. 1…
June 23, 2013
Murakami Roofing
It’s summertime and the living is easy. However, the summer heat may encourage some people to look for ways to cool off their home without cranking up the air conditioning. According to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Guidelines for Selecting…
June 23, 2013
Akamai Energy
With literally hundreds of solar companies to choose from, it’s very difficult to find a solar company you can trust, let alone get a fair deal from. Look no further than Akamai Energy to make it easy and affordable to…
June 16, 2013
Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union
Credit unions originated with the concept of “People Helping People.” Today that “people first” philosophy is the basis of the quality member service provided by Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union (HCFCU). HCFCU has been serving Hawaii for more than 75…