Top 5 benefits of residential solar in Hawaii
As the name suggests, residential solar helps the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Solar panels generate clean energy that doesn’t pollute or contaminate the air we breathe, and they reduce your dependence on fossil fuels (the main source of greenhouse gasses).
Malama Solar Hits #41 on Inc 5000, First in Hawaii
We’re happy to announce that Malama Solar has made the 2022 Inc 5000 list, coming in at #1 in Hawaii and #41 overall! The Inc 5000 represents the fastest-growing private companies in the nation by revenue growth over the last 3 years. Not only are we proud of what that accomplishment represents as a bus
What does the Inflation Reduction Act mean for Hawaii?
You’ve probably heard of the Inflation Reduction Act, which (almost magically) just passed through Congress and will be signed this week. There’s a lot of good news in this new bill regarding renewable energy, especially if you’re looking to offset the cost of solar installation.
Where Does Hawaii Get Its Energy?
While the challenges of sustainable energy are a worldwide issue, Hawaii faces some unique obstacles when it comes to maintaining the electrical grid. Purely due to the nature of being in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, our energy needs for homes, businesses and vehicles have advanced to a point where we
The last coal shipment has sailed.
It’s happened—the last coal shipment to ever come to Hawaiian shores landed on July 27th. Hawaii’s last remaining coal plant which is operated by AES will close in September, signaling the end of an era for Hawaiian energy—and a crucial step on ending the reliance on fossil fuels.
Why is Hawaii Perfect for Residential Solar Energy?
It may seem like a no-brainer that Hawaii would be the ideal place to capitalize on solar energy. Our geographic location, tax incentives and current dependence on external energy sources all make the prospect of energy independence a promising one. But is it really all it’s cracked up to be? Is it real