Hawaiian Electric rates highest in nation

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Bob, usually I'd agree, but right now there's a push to showcase and pay for new ideas in complete energy independent systems, and right now Hawaii is leading the way at the consumers expense. There are billions of dollars being thrown at any conceivable energy independence programs, and why can't Hawaii be at the top of the begging list. Would be best if it could tie in military use too, that's always helpful.
The BI rates right now aren't sustainable. President elect Obama has said that energy independence is a major goal, Hawaii is already outfront in same, and geothermal might be possible with Hawaiian acceptance, give the new president an already in progress platform to complete with federal funds!