Frequently Asked Questions
How does this project align with the City’s goals and objectives?
The project aligns with the Mayor’s vision to make the City more efficient, and serves as implementation of actions outlined in the Oʻahu Resilience Strategy and the City’s Climate Action Plan.
What will be the environmental impact?
Environmental impact equivalent to saving 339,472 metric tons of C02 from going into the atmosphere, 785,951 barrels of oil being consumed or planting 5,613,253 trees.
When will construction begin and end?
The construction of phase 1 of the project will began in April 2021 and was completed in December 2022. Phase 2 began in August 2021, and was substantially complete by August 2023. Both within contract timelines.
How much money will the project save?
Millions of dollars in utility costs has been saved, paying for all construction & financing costs, and going back into the City & County’s accounts for the community benefit.
What type and how many energy conservation measures will be installed ?
Over 16,000 new solar panels have been or will be installed. Over 20,000 City-owned lights were converted to LED lights in Phase 1. Several thousand water using fixtures and and 180 inefficient electrical transformers were replaced. Major HVAC equipment and Building Automation Controls were retrofitted and added.
Will there be any electric Cars added to the C&C fleet?
Three electric vehicles were added to the C&C Fleet and a dozen EV charging stations were installed at (6) City facilities.
How is the City paying for the project?
The City is using the energy savings to pay for the project over a 20-year period after the completion of the construction phase, guaranteed by the contractor, financed by a private 3rd party at low interest, and none at taxpayer expense.
Will the project create any new jobs?
The Phase 1 portion of the project created 321 new jobs. Phase 2 approximately the same.
Exactly how much energy will be saved?
There has been a 51% reduction in energy usage overall from the C&C electrical cost. 25% are from the energy efficient improvement measures, 26% is due to the PV solar systems.
How much will the whole project cost?
Phase 1 will cost approx. $25 million dollars. Phase 2 will cost $29 million dollars. All paid for by utility savings guaranteed by the contractor, financed by a private 3rd party at low interest, and none at taxpayer expense.