What's Being Discussed

The Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority (HGIA) is holding a public hearing on a proposed new set of rules for the Solar Hui Program. This program is designed to help Hawaii residents and others access solar energy financing through a dedicated investment fund.

• The purpose and goals of the Solar Hui Program
• Who is eligible to participate
• How the Solar Hui Investment Fund will be managed
• Requirements for energy savings
• Reporting rules and allowed uses of program funds

The hearing will take place on August 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM HST, at 250 South Hotel Street, Room 436, Honolulu, or remotely via Microsoft Teams.

Decisions Expected

No vote will be taken at this hearing. The purpose is to gather public feedback before the rules are formally adopted. Written testimony must be submitted by 4:30 PM the day before the hearing — by email to dbedt.greenbank@hawaii.gov or by mail to the HGIA at P.O. Box 2359, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Hawaii residents interested in solar energy programs or clean energy financing
• Homeowners and renters who may want to participate in the Solar Hui Program
• Businesses and organizations working in renewable energy or community solar
• Anyone who wants a say in how the state shapes its clean energy investment rules

Copies of the proposed rules are available at gems.hawaii.gov/about-us/ or by calling (808) 587-3868. Disability accommodations must be requested at least 10 business days in advance.