Why Saving Energy Is So Important
Our island state is over 90 percent dependent upon crude oil which is imported from both foreign and domestic locations. Most of Hawaii's electricity is generated by burning oil. Gasoline, diesel fuel, marine fuels, commercial and military aviation fuels, propane and the feedstock for pipeline gas are all products refined from imported crude oil. Our economy depends on the ready availability of these oil products.

Although Hawaii has natural resources that may eventually be able to take the place of some of the imported oil in our economy, we must face the fact that oil will be Hawaii's primary source of energy for at least the next two decades. So conserving oil for those uses where there are no alternatives must be made a part of our lifestyle.

By being conscious of energy usage, adopting new habits and making wise choices when you buy new home appliances, you can reduce your personal energy costs. It will also help Hawaii save energy.

Plan Ahead To Save Energy
When it comes time to replace a range, a dryer or a water heater - or when you're designing or buying a new home - remember that a barrel of oil converted to gas goes a lot farther than a barrel of oil converted to electricity. That's just saying that it will take less oil for gas to do the work, than electricity. Up to 40% less.