Challenges to Hawaii’s 100% Renewable Energy Goal
In June of 2015, Bill 623 was signed into law. It mandates the most aggressive clean energy goal in the country – to be energy independent, using 100% renewable energy
Hawaii Bills Related to EV Charging Stations in Large Parking Lots
This is an update on a couple of measures that allow for enforcement of the law requiring EV charging stations and dedicated parking stalls in large parking facilities. As reported previously, these
Restoring an EV Conversion
Big Island EVA member and Tesla Model S owner, Thomas Kraft authored an article in TechDirections regarding his restoration of a classic EV conversion (a 1981 Mercury Lynx, Jet Industries
Workplace Charging Challenge
Did you know that workers with access to plug-in electric vehicle charging at work are six times more likely to drive electric than the average commuter? This is just one
Welcome Senator Russell Ruderman to the Big Island EV Association
State Senator Russell Ruderman represents District 2 (Puna and Kau) on Hawaii Island. He on several committees and is a tireless public servant and leader. He is passionate about the environment and values
Enforcement of Hawaii Act 89 – Law Mandating EV Charging Stations in Large Parking Lots
I’d like to call attention to a couple of Electric Vehicle-related bills that are making their way through our legislature. They are related to the enforcement of Act 89 (the
EVs are quiet but we need to make a ruckus!
Aloha Big Island EVA, This is a plea for your support in raising awareness of our EV charging infrastructure needs. There are several ways to do this and I will enumerate
Charging Stations in Multi-Unit Dwellings in Hawaii
As part of achieving Hawaii’s commitment to 100% energy self reliance by 2045, the state continues to view broader EV adoption as a key enabler and works to understand and
2015 Hawaii Clean Energy Survey Outcomes
The survey outcomes confirm that Hawaii is supportive of clean energy – protecting our environment, renewables, and sustainable transportation are important to our residents. On electric vehicles: “The survey also
HELCO Charging Stations – Coming Soon
HELCO’s Level 3 charging stations will soon be operational. The Hilo station is located at 1200 Kilauea Avenue. Based on images taken at the site and information from a HELCO