Energy Transition Crisis

The Energy Transition Crisis is a fascinating 8-part docuseries on the energy transition and the needed strategies to enable a managed and just transition away from fossil fuels.

If the energy transition is done right, we will not only mitigate global warming and climate change, but we will avoid an egregious global economic crisis.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enable an economic, social, and environmental revival in Hawaii through a just transition to sustainable, 100% locally-sourced renewable energy and the creation of a thriving clean hydrogen economy.

This will allow us to be energy independent and resilient, create jobs and new economic opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to climate action.

We enable this through an inclusive and equitable approach that balances community, environmental, and economic concerns.

Who We Are

Courtesy of Seth Cottle.

Sustainable Energy Hawaii is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life for Hawaii Island residents.

We are an action-oriented advocacy group dedicated to raising public awareness and stimulating the political will to enable change.

At Sustainable Energy Hawaii, we understand that the price of energy is the common factor affecting the cost of everything in our state. Through that lens, our vision is a future of affordable energy for Hawaii, produced using only local renewable resources. This will keep money in our local economy, producing economic equity, energy independence, and prosperity.

Our team is led by local leaders, influencers, and experts representing various sectors of our economy. Meet our team.

sustainableenergyhawaii.org

Pau Hana Fridays

Want to start your weekend with an energizing discussion? Join SEH’s Pau Hana.

SEH hosts a regular Friday Pau Hana, a casual gathering of SEH and local leaders. This is generally an informal discussion of matters related to energy, transportation, environment, and sustainability. We occasionally have special sessions where an expert shares their insights and knowledge. For more information on how to join, visit our Pau Hana Fridays page.

Here’s the recording of our February 23, 2024, Pau Hana, with a special presentation by Hawaiian Electric Company leaders: Jennifer Zelko-Schleuter, Amanda Lee, and Noelle Kakimoto provided an update on the rolling blackout situation and the Shift and Save pilot program. 

SEH Presentations

Modern Energy 101

Renewable Energy - Sustainable Systems

Renewable Hydrogen Production in Hawaii

To view more, visit our Presentations page.

Electrifying the Global Economy

Sustainability is a means of configuring civilization and human activity so that society, its members, and its economies are able to meet their needs and express their greatest potential in the present while preserving biodiversity and natural ecosystems, planning and acting for the ability to maintain these ideals for future generations.