Renewable energy in Hawaii-lessons learned
Journal Article
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· Advances in Solar Energy
OSTI ID:245113
- Pacific International Center for High Technology Research, Honolulu, HI (United States)
Hawaii`s extensive renewable resources and limited access to conventional fuels has created a natural environment for the development and implementation of renewable energy processes. Hawaii has invested in municipal waste-to-energy incineration, hydropower, wind energy, solar photovoltaic (PV), small-scale solar, geothermal, and innovative hybrid wind/diesel and wind/pumped hydro systems. While regarded as a leader in the field of renewable energy, Hawaii`s approach has generally focused on research and development rather on implementation and commercialization. Despite being a front-runner in the use of renewable energy resources, Hawaii`s dependence on petroleum continues to be among the highest in the United States. The introduction of coal-fired electricity generation has helped to diversify the energy base and decrease the share of oil. But, coal`s low fuel costs may also impact negatively on the prospects for renewable energy. The combination of the impending decline of sugarcane and the growing concerns for energy and environmental security is changing Hawaii`s energy landscape. While a number of traditional options may be phased out over the next few years, the emergence of new prospects holds considerable promise for an expanded role for renewable energy in the future. This is the first of a two-part series that examines lessons learned from Hawaii`s renewable energy experience with an aim towards developing more focused and effective plans for the future. In this first part, Hawaii`s geography and economy are described, followed by a discussion of the energy supply and demand structures, and the role of key institutions within the energy community. In addition, an overview of Hawaii`s renewable energy resources and the critical challenges facing the advancement of renewable energy technologies and conventional energy systems are presented. 40 refs., 13 figs., 21 tabs.
- OSTI ID:
- 245113
- Journal Information:
- Advances in Solar Energy, Journal Name: Advances in Solar Energy Vol. 8; ISSN 0731-8618; ISSN ASOED9
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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