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Economic Benefits

Wind power benefits more than the environment. This clean, renewable source of energy offers a wealth of economic benefits to Hawaii while maintaining Oahu's commitment to nature's preservation.

  • Local contracts: site construction contracts and services with local contractors will provide revenue to the area.
  • More jobs for residents: Kahuku Wind will hire locally whenever possible, providing construction, operations, and maintenance jobs.
  • Local, sustainable power to help stabilize electricity costs: The natural, renewable energy produced at Kahuku Wind will help residents avoid the price swings of imported oil.
  • Fewer imports: Each megawatt of wind energy produced means one less coming from expensive imported fuels. In addition, locally generated wind power is there when we need it, and not subject to supply disruptions from volatile regions of the world.