Hawaii Energy
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HAWAII ENERGY POLICY FORUM
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
(Revised July 2007)
General Membership
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Provides input on overall policy and project direction
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Represents views of respective stakeholder community(ies)
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Provides networks and support in implementing the approved action plans/10 Point Plan
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Supports Forum positions and testifies as appropriate
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Actively participates in Forum activities, including but not limited to attendance at meetings and responding to vetting requests in a timely manner
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Works collaboratively in a non-adversarial and collegial manner
Working Groups
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Provides in-depth planning and analysis on major substantive priorities
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Work products integrate into overall HEPF’s 10 Point Action Plan
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Includes outreach and communications activities
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Working Groups address substantive areas :
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Renewable Energy
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Energy Efficiency/Conservation
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Regulatory Reform
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Hydrocarbon Future/Energy Security
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Social & Cultural Impact
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Communication & Outreach
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Control
Steering Committee
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Ensures that work products achieve HEPF vision, mission, and the HEPF 10 Point Plan
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Coordinates activities of the HEPF Working Groups
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Provides information and input for outreach and communications activities
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Submits issue and nominee proposals to Working Groups for vetting & reports to HEPF
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Implements project priorities and activities in the interim between HEPF meetings
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Works with HEPF project team to implement project goals
Project Team
Members
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UHM Social Sciences Public Policy Center (SSPPC)
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Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii (RCUH)
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UHM Hawaii Natural Energy Institute (HNEI)
Roles and Responsibilities
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Project Management
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Neutral Convener
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Policy and activities coordination and follow-up
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Administrative and fiscal sponsors
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Obtaining and administering grants and contracts to support the Forum’s work
Ex Officio Members are all government (Federal, State, County) members. Although they are non-voting members, they may provide input on all Forum matters and otherwise participate as full Forum members.
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