URGING THE STATE TO REJECT ENERGY SOURCES FOUND TO BE HARMFUL OR DESTABILIZING TO OUR CLIMATE SYSTEM AND ENVIRONMENT AND TO COMMIT TO RENEWABLE ENERGY AND THE VALUES OF HAWAII'S RESIDENTS.

This Senate Resolution (SR 89) urges the State of Hawaii to reject energy sources like liquefied natural gas (LNG) and other fossil fuels deemed harmful to the climate and environment, while committing to renewable energy. It specifically requests state agencies and officials - such as the Governor, Attorney General, and energy regulators - to withhold financial and regulatory support for new fossil fuel projects, including LNG infrastructure, and instead prioritize transitioning to renewable energy. The resolution cites scientific consensus on methane emissions from LNG and fracking, emphasizing that these sources worsen climate impacts like wildfires, sea-level rise, and health risks, while diverting resources from clean energy goals. It directly affects state decision-makers responsible for energy policy and funding.