Natural gas worthy option for Hawaii

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Jun 03, 2012

~~<p>Electricity in Hawaii costs roughly triple the national average, which is a major reason to move away from fossil fuels toward clean, renewable sources such as wind and solar energy.</p>
<p>While that long-term goal is sought, The Gas Co. is wisely moving forward with plans to bring natural gas to Hawaii, and the state Public Utilities Commission should approve permits and nudge utilities to welcome the company's investment.</p>
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Electricity in Hawaii costs roughly triple the national average, which is a major reason to move away from fossil fuels toward clean, renewable sources such as wind and solar energy.

While that long-term goal is sought, The Gas Co. is wisely moving forward with plans to bring natural gas to Hawaii, and the state Public Utilities Commission should approve permits and nudge utilities to welcome the company's investment. Login for more...