[§196-8] Energy-efficiency policy review and evaluation. [Section repealed January 1, 2008. L 2003, c 207, §4.] (a) The energy resources coordinator shall ensure that review and evaluation comparable to those accomplished by the energy-efficiency policy task force established pursuant to Act 163, Session Laws of Hawaii 1998, are undertaken, and that the findings and recommendations of the review and evaluation are reported to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the regular session of 2007.
(b) The review and evaluation shall include:
(1) The efficacy of section 235-12.5 to determine whether the tax credits should be continued or enhanced based on impact and cost-benefit analyses or other public policy considerations;
(2) Whether the energy technology systems eligible for tax credits under section 235-12.5 should be expanded, reduced, or remain the same; and
(3) Any other issue regarding energy technology systems identified during the seven-year review.
(c) The energy resources coordinator, in undertaking the review and evaluation, shall consult with representatives from:
(1) The department of business, economic development, and tourism;
(2) The solar, wind, and photovoltaic industries;
(3) The utilities industry;
(4) The building industry; and
(5) Any other professional or public sector group the energy resources coordinator deems appropriate. [L 2003, c 207, §1]