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SCR 106

REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TO COMMISSION A STUDY OF THE DIFFERENT ENERGY CONSUMPTION SECTORS TO DETERMINE WHICH SECTOR CAN BE MOST QUICKLY AND COST-EFFECTIVELY DECARBONIZED THROUGH ADDITIONAL PUBLIC INVESTMENT IN COMBUSTION-FREE ALTERNATIVES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Gabbard

SCR 106 requests a study to identify cost-effective, combustion-free energy alternatives in Hawaii, guiding investments to reduce carbon emissions and enhance sustainability.

The committee on WTL deferred the measure.
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Bill Summary · SCR 106

Summary of SCR 106: Requesting a Study on Energy Consumption Decarbonization

Bill Number: SCR 106
Introduced: March 07, 2025
Status: Deferred by the committee on WTL
Classification: Concurrent Resolution
Subject: Decarbonization, Energy Consumption Sector, Hawaii State Energy Office, Study

Purpose and Intent

SCR 106 aims to address the urgent need for decarbonization in Hawaii's energy consumption sectors. The resolution requests the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to conduct a comprehensive study to identify which energy sectors can be most rapidly and cost-effectively transitioned to combustion-free alternatives. The intent is to guide public investment towards the most impactful areas for reducing carbon emissions.

Key Provisions

  • Commissioning a Study: The resolution mandates the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to undertake a detailed analysis of various energy consumption sectors within Hawaii.

  • Focus on Combustion-Free Alternatives: The study will specifically evaluate options for transitioning away from combustion-based energy sources, aiming to identify viable alternatives that can be implemented with additional public investment.

  • Assessment Criteria: The study will consider factors such as cost-effectiveness, speed of implementation, and overall impact on carbon emissions for each sector analyzed.

Affected Parties

  • Hawaii State Energy Office: This office will be responsible for overseeing the study and ensuring that the findings are actionable and aligned with state energy goals.

  • Energy Consumers: Residents and businesses in Hawaii will be directly affected by the outcomes of the study, as it may lead to changes in energy policies and investment strategies.

  • Environmental Stakeholders: Organizations focused on sustainability and climate change will have a vested interest in the findings, as they could influence future environmental regulations and initiatives.

Procedural Timeline

  • March 07, 2025: SCR 106 was offered and introduced to the legislative body.

  • March 11, 2025: The bill was referred to the committee on WTL (Water and Land).

  • March 13, 2025: A public hearing was scheduled for March 17, 2025, to discuss the bill.

  • March 17, 2025: The committee deferred the measure until March 21, 2025, for further consideration.

  • March 20, 2025: The committee on WTL officially deferred the measure.

Related Bills

  • SR 87: This is a companion resolution that may address similar themes or objectives related to energy consumption and decarbonization.

SCR 106 represents a proactive step towards understanding and improving Hawaii's energy landscape, with the potential to significantly impact the state's approach to sustainability and climate action. The outcomes of the proposed study could inform future investments and policies aimed at achieving a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for Hawaii.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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