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Strategies & Market Trends : Dino's Bar & Grill
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To: Goose94 who wrote (202163)11/15/2025 7:20:58 AM
From: Goose94Read Replies (1) of 202922
 
The world's going green: Hawaii gets electricity from a mix of fossil fuels, mainly imported oil, and a growing number of renewable sources like solar, wind, and geothermal. The state has a goal of 100% clean energy by 2045 and is actively increasing its use of renewables to replace fossil fuels, though each of Hawaii's six main islands has its own separate electrical grid.

Energy in Hawaii

Renewable energy sources

  • Solar: A significant amount of renewable energy comes from solar power, including large-scale farms and distributed rooftop systems.
  • Wind: Wind farms are another key source of renewable electricity.

  • Geothermal: Hawaii also utilizes geothermal energy to generate electricity.

  • Biomass/Biofuels: Electricity is produced from biomass and biofuels, such as biodiesel used in some plants.

  • Hydro: While Hawaii doesn't have large rivers for traditional hydropower, other forms are utilized.

  • Ocean energy: Hawaii is also exploring and using ocean energy sources.



Fossil fuels

  • Oil:
    Historically, oil has been the primary energy source, and it is still a major component of Hawaii's electricity generation. The state imports refined petroleum products and crude oil to power generators.


  • Natural gas:
    Hawaii's only natural gas provider mixes synthetic and renewable natural gas for energy.



Grid and challenges

  • Each of the six main islands in Hawaii has its own separate electrical grid, not connected to any other island.


The increased reliance on renewable sources like solar and wind presents challenges for grid stability. These intermittent sources require solutions like energy storage and sophisticated management to balance supply and demand
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