Hawaii HB1568 bans liquefied natural gas importation, storage, and infrastructure development to promote renewable energy.

Hawaii HB1568 prohibits the importation, storage, and construction of liquefied natural gas infrastructure starting July 1, 2026. The bill aims to align with Hawaii's commitment to renewable energy and carbon neutrality by 2045. It also bans new or renewed liquefied natural gas purchase agreements for utilities and modifies existing ones to prevent extensions or increases in supply. The bill allows exceptions for existing propane-powered emergency backup generators. The public utilities commission and department of health are authorized to enforce these provisions.

Hawaii HB1568 bans liquefied natural gas importation, storage, and infrastructure development to promote renewable energy.

Hawaii HB1568 prohibits the importation, storage, and construction of liquefied natural gas infrastructure starting July 1, 2026. The bill aims to align with Hawaii's commitment to renewable energy and carbon neutrality by 2045. It also bans new or renewed liquefied natural gas purchase agreements for utilities and modifies existing ones to prevent extensions or increases in supply. The bill allows exceptions for existing propane-powered emergency backup generators. The public utilities commission and department of health are authorized to enforce these provisions.