On October 23, 2023, WiRE hosted a breakfast conversation about decarbonization strategies. Hawaii has some of the most ambitious targets for decarbonization in the nation. In addition to the 2045 deadline, state law mandates that Hawaii must cut its emissions to half of 2005 levels by 2030. We heard from our panelists who are leading different strategies at the state and county level. Attendees learned about the state's decarbonization plan and the policies needed to drive change in different sectors.

Panelists:

• Makena Coffman, Director for the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Institute for Sustainability and Resilience

• Monique Schafer, Decarbonization Program Manager, Hawaii State Energy Office

• Moderated by Amanda Ellis - Senior Director, Global Partnerships and Networks, Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory

Pacific Club

October 23, 2023