The Alliance for Solar Choice plans a protest today at the state Public Utility Commission against the recent decision to end a popular solar incentive program.
The PUC decided to cut the credit amount that new rooftop solar owners on Oahu will receive for the excess energy their photovoltaic systems send to the power grid.
The event starts at 11 a.m. near the King Kamehameha statute on King Street.
“The Hawaii PUC’s recent decision is contrary to public desire, which is overwhelmingly in support of greater solar growth,” said alliance spokesman Robert Harris. “No public hearing was held, nor was a study conducted on the costs and benefits of solar. It appears the PUC’s mind was made up as they issued a decision that’s even harsher towards solar than what HECO asked for.”
Foodland gas station to open in Laie
Foodland Super Market Ltd. is opening its fourth gas station Thursday at Laie Shopping Center, near its grocery store. The new Foodland Gas Station will sell five grades of fuel under the Aloha Petroleum brand: regular, plus, super, ethanol-free and diesel.
An attached convenience store will sell cold drinks, ice, snacks, grab-and-go meals and basic essentials.
The gas station will be at the opposite end of the center from Foodland in front of the post office and will be open 24 hours, seven days a week. Foodland customers will receive a 5-cent-per-gallon discount.
Foodland and Aloha Petroleum have fuel sites in Ewa Beach, Hilo and Kehalani, Maui.
ON THE MOVE
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii has three new staff members:
>> Cristina Barbata has been appointed director of events. She was previously an account manager with MC&A, managing operational and logistical planning as well as transportation needs and activities for large corporate group events.
>> Licia Hill has been named executive assistant and corporate secretary. She has more than 15 years of development experience, including serving as an executive assistant with the Hawaii Community Foundation. She also worked for Castle Medical Center and Hawaii Pacific Health.
>> Sasha Ramessar has been appointed information specialist. She previously served in various customer service roles and provided support and technical assistance.
