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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hawaii's freshwater resources are finite. Failing to be effective stewards of "wai" is especially precarious for an island state.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Improved stewardship of our most precious resource and finding innovative ways to reduce waste and reuse water.Hawaii's freshwater resources are finite. Failing to be effective stewards of "wai" is especially precarious for an island state.
Our Impact Since 2009
Total invested in local organizations and solutions since 2009
Pounds of food locally produced in 2018
Renewable energy generation statewide average in 2021
Registered passenger electric vehicles in Hawaii as of May 2024 (26.4% increase from the same month last year)
Why We Do It
"Ulupono offers for-profit investments, non-profit grants, and social outreach aimed at harnessing the good and inspiring catalytic change for Hawaii."
Murray Clay, President
Latest News & Events
View All NewsJune 10, 2024
Governor Green Teams Up with Ulupono Initiative to Boost Hawai‘i’s Access to Federal Funds
Governor Josh Green, M.D., is partnering with the Ulupono Initiative to maximize federal funding for the state relating to renewable energy, local food, clean transportation, and fresh water.
May 23, 2024
Hawaiʻi residents overwhelmingly support more renewable energy with electricity costs being the main factor
At the 11th Annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference on Maui, Ulupono Initiative released what is believed to be the most extensive and comprehensive public opinon survey on the topic of energy in Hawaiʻi, with 91% saying they are supportive of expanding renewable energy in the state.
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