AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoClean-Air Clash: Hawaii’s clean-air plan just took a hit as the EPA partially rejected it, putting the brakes on planned power-plant retirements and reigniting the fight between Hawaiian Electric and environmental advocates over haze, grid reliability, and timelines. Energy Supply Debate: In parallel, Japanese firm JERA is seeking its first federal permit to bring liquefied natural gas to Oahu—an LNG plan lawmakers and advocates warn could slow the state’s renewable push. Housing Pressure on Oahu: Oahu’s overall unsheltered count fell, but family homelessness rose sharply—Point-in-Time data shows more homeless keiki and families, driven by housing costs and instability. Tourism Leadership: The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has launched a search for a new president and CEO as it prepares for the next phase of statewide visitor strategy. Local Workforce Boost: Maui Hotel & Lodging Association awarded $54,343 in scholarships and training, including hospitality trips and programs for students across Maui. Public Safety/Business Support: SBA opened a Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Hilo to help storm- and flood-impacted residents and businesses apply for relief. Health & Community: UH Hilo nursing pinned a service dog graduate, while MHLA also backed Maui student training—small wins in a week dominated by big system pressures.
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