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Hawaii Solar Surge Before Federal Exit | Honolulu News
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Hawaiian Electric reports a solar boom in the first half of the year, with nearly 3,500 new rooftop systems generating 36 megawatts — even after the federal tax credit vanished. Oahu leads with over 2,500 installs, followed by Hawaii Island and Maui. Battery storage is also surging, adding 55 megawatts. Half of Oahu’s single-family homes now sport solar. Industry insiders say much of the rush was pre-deadline frenzy; now, uncertainty lingers as credits vanish and policies shift. New programs aim to sustain growth: grid-balancing batteries and solar access for low-income families. Despite the turbulence, Hawaii’s solar momentum remains strong — over 120,000 systems now online, powered by decades of customer-focused clean energy innovation.
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