HONOLULU (KHON2) — A $62.45 million award will expand affordable and clean energy to low-income households and disadvantaged communities throughout the state.
The award comes from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through the Solar for All program that aims to “close the equity gap in access to solar energy.”
According to Governor Josh Green M.D., officials have especially focused on areas such as affordability and climate change.
“We look forward to continuing this important work of delivering clean energy to our communities and improving the quality of life for our residents in perpetuity,” said Green.
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) believes the funding will also provide opportunities for employment throughout the state.
The new Solar for All grant funding will help low-income households across Hawai‘i take advantage of solar power and save money on energy bills – all while cutting pollution and creating good-paying, union jobs statewide. Fighting the climate crisis will also require Americans everywhere working in conservation, clean energy, and climate resilience jobs. Through President Biden’s American Climate Corps, I’m glad to see organizations across the country follow in the footsteps of Kupu and The Nature Conservancy in empowering local people to become a part of the fight to save our planet.
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii)
According to a news release, the program will contribute to efforts “to increase the reach of its existing rooftop solar program” and expand financial programs.