About WIRE
Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE) is a forum for women who are working to bring about a sustainable Hawaii powered by clean energy. WiRE was founded in 2010 and has grown to over 150 annual members, 200 women participating in events, and chapters on two islands (Oahu and Maui). Women active in the fields of energy, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and transportation, are welcome to come talk story. Each month, experts from the energy industry address a different topic – ranging from new projects breaking ground to policy, workforce development, and utility regulation.
Our women-only events provide a space where women can share, support, and collaborate with each other while learning about renewable energy and offering ideas to promote sustainability and clean energy in Hawaii. We use an inclusive definition of “woman” and “female,” and we welcome trans women, genderqueer women, non-binary people, and any other individuals who identify as female.
As we educate each other, develop relationships, and become aware of new opportunities, we hope the result will be real partnerships and accelerated progress toward a sustainable and prosperous future for Hawaii.
WiRE is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Who is WIRE?
Executive Board Members

Caroline Carl
President Hawaii EnergyExecutive Director

Lori Sun
Vice President Hawaii GasAssistant General Counsel

Kirstin Punu
Treasurer AES Clean Energy, HawaiiProject Origination

Melissa Miyashiro
Sponsorships & External Relations Blue Planet FoundationExecutive Director

Aki Marceau
Professional Development Hawaiian ElectricDirector, Electrification of Transportation

Tiffany Huynh
Boardmember Elemental ExceleratorDirector of External Affairs - Hawai'i

Dawn Lippert
Founder & Emeritus Board Elemental ExceleratorCEO

Yvette Maskrey
Emeritus Board Honeywell Smart EnergyBranch Manager

Julie Hong
Emeritus Board, Network Development Advisor JacobsFederal & Env Solutions Operations Manager

Veronica Rocha
Emeritus Board, Professional Development Advisor Essential LeapFounder & Owner

Marie O'Grady
Board Co-Administrator Blue Planet FoundationManaging Director

Brenda Hearn
Board Co-Administrator Elemental ExceleratorOffice Manager
Advisory Board Members

Connie Lau
Hawaiian Electric IndustriesFormer President & CEO

Alicia Moy
Hawaii GasPresident & CEO

Aimee Barnes
Hua Nani Partners, LLC.Founder & CEO