Our Impact

Committed to Improving the Quality of Life for the People of Hawaii

In Performance-Based Regulation, Hawaii now has a bold game plan to match its ambitious energy goals

The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has approved a new Performance-Based Regulation framework to facilitate the state’s progress toward its 100 percent renewable energy goals.

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$100,000 grant awarded to Hawaii Farm Bureau Foundation

The funds will help the Hawaii Farm Bureau establish and operate statewide farm-to-food nonprofit programs.

Bill 2 puts Honolulu on the road to rightsizing parking

Signed on Dec. 23, 2020, Bill 2 represents one of the most sweeping parking reform bills enacted in the United States in decades.

Biki provides valuable service to Honolulu residents and visitors

The program is meeting public demand for a quality, convenient, reliable and affordable bikeshare service, while serving City goals to strengthen Oahu’s transportation system.

By the Numbers

Making an Impact Since 2009 Updated as of Jan 15, 2021

$79M

Total invested in local organizations and solutions

9434

Registered electric vehicles in Hawaii

28%

Renewable energy generation statewide

105M

Pounds of food locally produced

 

Where We Invest

2019 2018

Start the new year off buying local and fresh

One thing most can agree on about 2020 is that habits changed throughout the year. CSAs offer convenient and healthy choices while supporting Hawaii ag producers.
Local Food Agriculture Story Series Newsletter
Local Food Agriculture Story Series Newsletter

Meet our ohana: Murray Clay

As president of Ulupono Initiative, Murray has served as a leading voice in developing Performance-Based Regulation aimed at moving Hawaii closer to its renewable energy goals.
Newsletter Our Ohana
Newsletter Our Ohana

Report Reveals the Hidden Costs of Parking in Hawaii

A single renter in urban Honolulu could be paying as much as 37% of their rent on parking, according to a new report released by Ulupono Initiative.
Clean Transportation News Releases
Clean Transportation News Releases

Ulupono Initiative’s Statement Regarding Hawaiian Electric’s pledge to transition to an all-electric passenger fleet

Ulupono Initiative expressed support for Hawaiian Electric’s commitment to transition every passenger car, SUV, light pickup and minivan in its fleet to a plug-in electric by 2035.
Renewable Energy Clean Transportation News Releases
Renewable Energy Clean Transportation News Releases

A2CES Report Lays Roadmap for Hawaii’s Autonomous Vehicle Future

Ulupono Initiative in association with Mobiltye3 released a new report outlining strategies that would help Hawaii chart its own autonomous vehicle and mobility future clearly.
Clean Transportation Renewable Energy News Releases
Clean Transportation Renewable Energy News Releases

"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