As energy costs and climate risks skyrocket, The Kalāhiki Initiative aims to help low- and moderate-income household cut utility bulls and strengthen their homes against climate threats. Delivered by the Hawaiian Council, it’s a simple, trusted pathway to energy relief and resilience—with no upfront cost for those who qualify.
Kalāhiki combines funding from federal, state, local, and private sources into one easy-to-navigate program.
Client advocate helps each family through the process
On-bill financing that keeps monthly costs low and predictable
Addresses the root of the problem by lowering energy demand and boosting climate resilience
Providing “mini resilience hubs” in vulnerable neighborhoods
With support from Hawai‘i Energy, trusted solar companies, and nonprofit allies, the Kalāhiki program makes it simple, combining everything into one streamlined path—with a real person to help you through it. Kalāhiki is building a future where Hawai‘i families have energy security, lower costs, and climate-ready homes.
With one application, families receive:
- Knowledge
A free energy and water audit
2. Energy Sovereignty
Upgrades that reduce energy use, and zero-money-down solar and battery backup
3. Climate Resilience
Resilience upgrades like hurricane clips, fire protection, and heat abatement.
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