Department of Hawaiian Home Lands

Request from Hawaiʻi Land and Power, LLC on Renewable Energy Project in Waiākea, Hilo, Hawai‘i, TMK (3) 2-1-025:086

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) received a land use request for the “Alahao Renewable Energy Project,” a proposed initiative located in Waiākea, Hilo, Hawai‘i that aims to enhance energy reliability and sustainability. This project will utilize biofuels sourced from Pacific Biodiesel’s Kea‘au Refinery, providing firm and dispatchable power to the Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) grid. The conceptual design includes one or two combustion turbines, each with a capacity of 30 MW, complemented by on-site fuel storage facilities capable of sustaining operations for up to 14 days. Additionally, a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) will be integrated on-site to optimize energy management, along with necessary high-voltage interconnection and maintenance facilities

The Alahao Renewable Energy Project proposes significant advantages for DHHL beneficiaries. Alongside lease rent comparable to other renewable energy projects on Hawai‘i Island, it will also provide community benefit payments. These funds will support existing DHHL programs, including job training, internships, scholarships, and vital infrastructure improvements. We look forward to further discussions to refine these arrangements and ensure the project meets the needs and interests of our beneficiaries and the community.

Hilo Renewable Energy Land Use Request
In-Person Beneficiary Consultation
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
6PM to 7PM

Meeting Location:
Keaukaha Elementary School Cafeteria
240 Desha Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720

Meeting Purpose:
To provide info about a land use request for a Renewable Energy Project located on DHHL lands in Hilo, Hawai‘i & to seek beneficiary input on the request.
Meeting Invite

Questions?
Contact Lilliane Makaila at [email protected] or by phone at (808) 730-0352