Public Utilities Commission

The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission regulates electric, gas, telecommunications, and water utilities across the state. It approves rate increases, reviews utility resource plans, authorizes power purchase agreements for renewable energy projects, and sets performance standards. The PUC also oversees Hawaii's transition to 100% renewable energy by 2045.

PUC decisions determine your electric bill, the pace of rooftop solar adoption, and how quickly Hawaii moves away from imported fossil fuels. Residents can submit consumer comments on proposed rate changes and participate in public hearings on utility plans that will shape energy costs and reliability for decades.