Law & Lawyers

Hawaii PUC: Leo Asuncion

Commissioner

“The focus for us right now is cost containment of the companies. Are the costs justifiable to us that eventually the ratepayer needs to pay in base rates?”

What Electrifies Me

The Answer, in April, in Charlotte

My favorite part of Electrification 2020 will be the exhibit hall where the latest electrical vehicles, machines, appliances, devices will be there to gawk at and touch and feel.

Hawaii PUC: Jennifer Potter

Commissioner

“Our journey of PBR was solidified by legislation that did mandate that we investigate a way to break the link between capital investment and revenue for the utility.”

Hawaii PUC: Caroline Ishida

Chief Counsel

“The state Supreme Court has looked at some novel issues raised by some of the parties related to environmental considerations like greenhouse gases.”

Thomas Edison's Birthday

February Birthdays

There are so many things we can say about Tom, our most terrific tinkerer. Here we’ll tell you something you’ve probably not heard before.

What Hawaii Tells Us

Status Quo to Status Whoa

In the event of a catastrophic typhoon, so much of Hawaii's critical infrastructure is situated at sea level. The status quo is therefore risky to stick with.