What's Being Discussed

Kūihelani Solar Phase 2 Project (Maui): The Commission will consider a Special Use Permit application to build and operate a large solar energy facility in Kahului, Maui. The project would include a 40-megawatt solar panel system, a 160 megawatt-hour battery storage system, an electrical substation, utility switchyard, and related equipment. The site covers about 476 acres of land currently zoned for agricultural use.
Meeting minutes review: The Commission will review and approve records from three previous meetings held on June 24, July 29, and August 5, 2026.
Upcoming meeting schedule: The Commission will share announcements about tentative future meeting dates.

Decisions Expected

A vote on whether to approve or deny the Special Use Permit for the Kūihelani Solar Phase 2 Project — this is the main action item of the meeting.
Formal approval of amended and regular meeting minutes from June, July, and August 2026.

Who Should Pay Attention

Maui residents, especially those near Kahului or with interest in land use on agricultural lands.
People concerned about renewable energy development and how it affects farmland in Hawaii.
Farmers, landowners, and community members in the area surrounding the proposed project site.
Anyone interested in Hawaii's clean energy goals and utility infrastructure planning.

The meeting is open to the public in person in Wailuku, Maui, or online via Zoom (ID: 875 6251 0552, Passcode: 0819). Written testimony can be submitted at luc.hawaii.gov/testimony or by email to dbedt.luc.web@hawaii.gov.