Hawaii PUC Extends Electric Bus, EV Charging Pilots
Summary
The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission approved Hawaiian Electric's requests to extend its Charge Up eBus Pilot and EV-J and EV-P Tariffs Pilot programs. The eBus Pilot received a 12-month extension through December 31, 2027, citing delays in permitting, material procurement, and construction. The EV Tariffs Pilot was extended through June 30, 2027, with Hawaiian Electric required to file an application for successor tariffs by June 30, 2026.
“The commission approved a 12-month extension of the eBus Pilot through December 31, 2027, to allow additional time for project completion due to delays related to permitting, material procurement, and construction.”
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The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission approved extensions for two Hawaiian Electric pilot programs supporting transportation electrification. The Charge Up eBus Pilot was extended 12 months through December 31, 2027, to accommodate project delays related to permitting, material procurement, and construction. The EV Tariffs Pilot was extended through June 30, 2027, with the commission rejecting an indefinite extension request and requiring Hawaiian Electric to file an application for successor tariffs by June 30, 2026. The commission also directed separate filings for individual pilot modifications to improve transparency and ensure timely review.
Affected participants in these programs will benefit from continued operation without service interruption, while Hawaiian Electric must prepare successor tariff applications within the specified timeline. The commission's decision reflects continued regulatory oversight of pilot programs supporting state clean energy goals while maintaining accountability through defined endpoints and transparent filing requirements.
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PUC Approves Extensions of Electric Bus and EV Charging Pilot Programs
Posted on Apr 23, 2026 in News Release HONOLULU – The Public Utilities Commission approved Hawaiian Electric’s requests to extend its Charge Up eBus Pilot and EV-J and EV-P Tariffs Pilot, with modifications, to support continued progress in transportation electrification and grid efficiency.
The Charge Up eBus Pilot provides make-ready electrical infrastructure at no cost to support electric bus charging at customer sites, helping to reduce upfront costs and encourage adoption of electric buses. The EV Tariffs Pilot establishes time-of-use rates that encourage electric vehicle charging during mid-day hours when renewable energy is more available and system costs are lower.
The commission approved a 12-month extension of the eBus Pilot through December 31, 2027, to allow additional time for project completion due to delays related to permitting, material procurement, and construction. The commission found that the extension supports the pilot’s objectives and does not increase costs beyond the previously approved budget.
The commission also approved an extension of the EV Tariffs Pilot through June 30, 2027. While Hawaiian Electric requested an indefinite extension, the commission determined that a defined timeline was appropriate and required the company to file an application for successor tariffs by June 30, 2026. This requirement is intended to ensure continuity for existing participants while new rates are reviewed and considered.
The commission found that extending the EV Tariffs Pilot will allow continued participation without interruption and will not result in cost recovery through the pilot process or impact customer rates.
In addition, the commission provided further guidance on the pilot process, requiring Hawaiian Electric to submit separate filings for individual pilot modification requests to improve transparency and support timely review.
This action reflects the commission’s continued oversight of pilot programs to support innovation while ensuring accountability, regulatory clarity, and alignment with Hawaiʻi’s clean energy goals.
The decision and order is available here.
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