Serving Hawaii since 1993
Decades of local energy experience across changing utility programs, technologies, and customer needs.
Photovoltaic
Alternate Energy Hawaii
Years of experience
Alternate Energy
Photovoltaic
Federal and Hawaiʻi solar incentives may help reduce the cost of photovoltaic systems, but incentive programs and eligibility requirements can change over time. Alternate Energy Hawaii recommends consulting a qualified tax professional regarding your specific situation.
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Lower your monthly electric bill with Solar energy and maximize Solar efficiency.
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Enjoy energy independence by becoming your own power producer through Residential solar or Off-grid solar solutions.
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Protect the environment and reduce your carbon footprint by using Clean electricity and Green power from PV cells.
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Use State of Hawaii and federal Solar subsidies to save more than half of your total Solar cost.
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Utilize free energy from the sun with Solar modules to reduce the effect of utility rate increases.
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Lessen Hawaii’s dependence on imported oil and aid in the State's 100% Renewable electricity goal by 2045 through Solar farms and innovative Solar design.
REC Alpha Series Solar Panels
- 25-year manufacturer's performance, parts, and labor warranty.
- Lowest warranty claims. REC modules have the lowest known failure rates in the industry.
- The world's most powerful 60-cell solar panel offers higher yields over longer periods of time and limits power loss in extreme heat, resulting in more power for the home.
HD Hyundai Energy Solutions – Photovoltaic Panels
Global Tier-1 Solar Manufacturer with decades of engineering expertise and worldwide deployment
High-Efficiency Solar Modules delivering industry-leading power output for residential and commercial systems
Advanced Cell Technologies including Heterojunction (HJT) and TOPCon for superior performance and longevity
Excellent Low-Light Performance, maximizing energy production in Hawaiʻi’s varied weather conditions
Low Temperature Coefficient, ensuring stable output in hot island climates
Sleek, Modern Panel Designs (including full-black options) ideal for residential rooftops
Built for Durability, tested to withstand salt air, high humidity, and coastal environments
Long-Term Reliability backed by industry-leading warranties (up to 30 years, model-dependent)
Sustainable Manufacturing Practices, aligned with global ESG and clean-energy standards
Trusted by Installers Worldwide, making Hyundai panels a dependable choice for long-term solar investments
Program Overview
HECO's Rooftop Solar Programs
Customer Grid Supply Plus
Customers who take advantage of the grid supply program will send any extra energy produced by their solar PV system to Hawaiian Electric in return for energy credits.
Customer Self Supply
Customers utilizing the self supply program can connect their rooftop PV panels to personal solar battery systems, such as the Tesla Powerwall II and LG Chem. Instead of being exported to HECO's grid, their excess energy can be stored for times when needed most, when solar power is not readily available; at night when returning home from work or in times of natural disaster.
Smart-Export
Customers who opt to apply under the smart-export program a solar storage system alongside their PV system that charges and receives credit from HECO's grid during designated hours of the day.
Net Energy Metering Plus (NEM+)
Current NEM customers with a signed agreement can add additional non-export capacity to their system.
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Why Hawaii Homeowners Trust AEI
Local Solar, Battery, and Energy Expertise
Thousands of solar projects completed
AEI brings practical installation knowledge to solar PV, battery storage, and long-term energy planning.
Local installation teams
Local crews understand island conditions, roof readiness, permitting, and utility coordination.
Solar + battery expertise
AEI helps customers evaluate solar production, backup power priorities, and battery storage options together.
Licensed Hawaii contractor
AEI operates as a licensed Hawaii contractor and reinforces project planning with local accountability.
Local support and service
After installation, AEI helps customers with monitoring questions, maintenance direction, and future upgrades.