Our Impact

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

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.

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How One Local Food Program Is Helping Hawaii's Farmers And Families

Ulupono Initiative's Jesse Cooke shares with readers of Honolulu Civil Beat how DA BUX offers a model worth replicating — and expanding.

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.

Automakers commit to all-electric as EVs continue to trend up

Back-to-back commitments by GM and Nissan to go all-electric demonstrate that electric vehicles are an accelerating global trend — and the private-sector has taken notice.

By the Numbers

Making an Impact Since 2009 Updated as of Feb 23, 2021

$79M

Total invested in local organizations and solutions

13686

Registered electric vehicles in Hawaii

28%

Renewable energy generation statewide

105M

Pounds of food locally produced

 

Where We Invest

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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.
Renewable Energy Newsletter
Renewable Energy Newsletter

Meet our ohana: Micah Munekata

As Ulupono's director of government affairs, Micah leads government strategy and activities, bringing knowledge and insight on critical issues.
Newsletter Our Ohana
Newsletter Our Ohana

$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.
Local Food Newsletter
Local Food Newsletter

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

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.
Clean Transportation Newsletter
Clean Transportation Newsletter

"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