Solar energy used to brew beer in Kona
Kailua-Kona, Big Island of Hawaii — Kona Brewing Company recently announced it has signed a contract with Sunetric to install a 229 kW solar energy generating system at its Kailua-Kona brewery and pub on Hawaii’s Big Island. Construction has begun on the system, and it is expected to be fully operational by April. Sunetric is [...]
Hawaii electricians train for future
Local electricians are preparing for what they hope will be a growing number of sustainable or “green” construction projects when the economy recovers. Three months after launching a green jobs training program, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1186 and the Electrical Contractors Association of Hawaii say they have seen steady demand and interest [...]
Hawaii green strategies change as recession hits home
The recession has taken its toll on the move by Hawaii companies to go “green.” Today, going green is all about saving money, not necessarily contributing to sustainability. In contrast to the local and national green rush of 2007 that saw new interest in pricey roof-top photovoltaic systems and LEED certification, the new green reality [...]
Oahu’s Phone Book Recycling Plant
Island Shell LLC, an Aiea-based environmental manufacturing firm, recently completed installation of a $750,000 recycling mill. The mill is designed to process phone books, newspaper, and cardboard into environmentally sound products sold throughout the state. Bernie Boltz, owner, says, “Our plant is able to process up to 10 tons of waste paper per day”. At [...]
