Are there any opportunities for customers who are interested in
installing DERs but may experience financial barriers?
Posted on Jul 29, 2023 in
Yes. Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority’s Green Energy Money $aver (“GEM$”) On-Bill Program offers financing options for low and moderate-income (“LMI”) Hawaiian Electric customers for rooftop solar systems, solar hot water systems, and commercial energy efficiency retrofits. Hawaii Energy offers several programs for Hawaiian Electric customers to receive rebates in return for energy-saving and energy efficiency measures, including a rebate for solar water heating systems. The Commission recently established the Equity Docket (No. 2022-0250), which intends to evaluate new programs and opportunities to reduce and remove financial barriers to accessing renewable energy programs.