Committed to a Sustainable Hawaii
As one of the most geographically isolated places in the world, Hawaii has much to gain by transforming itself into a self-sufficient, resilient community equipped to meet the challenges of the 21st Century.
More Renewable Energy
Less harm to our communities and the environment.
Energy in Hawaii not only represents one of the largest expenses for businesses and residents, it also contributes toward carbon emissions and direct impacts to the environment.
More Clean Transportation
Driving awareness and use of clean modes of transportation.
The majority of Hawaii’s fossil fuels is used to move people and goods, with ground transportation accounting for 27% of the state’s total petroleum usage and 53% of greenhouse gas emissions.
More Local Food
Greater self-sufficiency and resilience.
With Hawaii importing nearly 90% of its food, our island communities are at risk of food insecurity resulting from events beyond our control, such as major hurricanes or shipping delays.
More Freshwater, Less Waste
Improved stewardship of our most precious resource, and finding innovative ways to reduce waste and reuse old materials.
Failing to be effective stewards of freshwater resources and better manage and reduce waste has direct impacts on the environment, wildlife and our communities.
More Renewable Energy
Less harm to our communities and the environment.Energy in Hawaii not only represents one of the largest expenses for businesses and residents, it also contributes toward carbon emissions and direct impacts to the environment.
More Clean Transportation
Driving awareness and use of clean modes of transportation.The majority of Hawaii’s fossil fuels is used to move people and goods, with ground transportation accounting for 27% of the state’s total petroleum usage and 53% of greenhouse gas emissions.
More Local Food
Greater self-sufficiency and resilience.With Hawaii importing nearly 90% of its food, our island communities are at risk of food insecurity resulting from events beyond our control, such as major hurricanes or shipping delays.
More Freshwater, Less Waste
Improved stewardship of our most precious resource, and finding innovative ways to reduce waste and reuse old materials.Failing to be effective stewards of freshwater resources and better manage and reduce waste has direct impacts on the environment, wildlife and our communities.
Our Impact Since 2009
Total invested in local organizations and solutions
Registered electric vehicles in Hawaii
Renewable energy generation statewide
Pounds of food locally produced
Why We Do It
"I really love doing what I’m doing, and hopefully creating a better community and world for my kids to inherit. As an impact investment firm, Ulupono invests with purpose, and we reinvest any returns back into the work."
Greg Gaug, Senior Vice President, Investments & Analytics
Latest News & Events
View All NewsFebruary 12, 2021
Partnership between Parker Ranch and Ulupono Initiative strengthens Hawaii’s beef supply
With a goal of bolstering Hawaii’s local food distribution infrastructure, Parker Ranch and Ulupono Initiative are creating partnership opportunities for ranchers statewide.
February 12, 2021
Ulupono report reveals annual costs of Hawaii’s vehicle economy
Hawaii’s vehicle transportation system has an annual price tag totaling $21.8 billion, according to a newly published report released by Ulupono Initiative.
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