Representatives of all parties and participants involved – Kahana Solar LLC, Maui Electric, Consumer Advocate, and West Maui Preservation Association – had the opportunity to ask questions about the previously submitted documentation and make oral arguments.Īt the end of the hearing, the PUC took the unprecedented decision to stay the proceedings and order the parties to enter into mediation. On September 14 and 15, the PUC held an evidentiary hearing on Kahana Solar’s Project Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Maui Electric Company.

If approved, Kahana Solar plans to complete construction and begin operations by the end of 2023.Īccording to the developer, the project will provide West Maui with stored renewable energy production and improve grid stability, as well as enough electricity to power the equivalent of 11,600 homes.

Kahana Solar LLC of Innergex Renewable Development USA LLC is proposing to build a 20 megawatt solar photovoltaic system and an 80 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system on private land 1.4 thousand mauka from Kapalua Airport and from the nearest residential community. WEST MAUI – The West Maui Preservation Association (WMPA) has reached an agreement with the company proposing a 220-acre solar project in Kahana and will withdraw from Public Utilities Commission (PUC) proceedings relating to the system.