Hawaiian Electric reports Q2 core EPS 20c vs. 26c last year

Reports Q2 revenue $746.39M vs. $795.42M last year. “Our core operations performed as expected in the second quarter, with the utility progressing measures to protect our communities against the risks posed by extreme weather events. We’ve also continued to make the changes necessary to move forward as a simpler, more focused company best positioned to serve our communities for the long term. This includes our sale of Pacific Current’s solar and battery storage assets and the expected divestiture of our remaining stake in American Savings Bank over the next year. Last month, Governor Josh Green signed legislation passed by the Hawaii State Legislature directing the Public Utilities Commission to establish a liability cap for future wildfires, and authorizing securitization to finance $500 million in wildfire safety improvements, helping customer affordability. Legislation to reduce risk to independent power producers and support the utility’s ability to procure reliable, affordable clean energy was also signed into law, along with legislation appropriating funds for the State of Hawaii’s contribution to the settlement, ensuring the settlement is able to move forward,” said Scott Seu, HEI president and CEO.