Keli'i Akina & Clint Churchill discuss how to meet Hawaii's energy needs

TALK STORY WITH KELI'I AKINA -- TUESDAY, 3/3/2026

Hawaii faces a critical energy crossroads: can the islands break free from costly, polluting oil while keeping the lights on reliably?

In this exclusive interview, energy advocate Clint Churchill explains why liquefied natural gas—LNG—may be the bridge Hawaii needs to secure a cleaner, more affordable, and reliable energy future.

Understanding the tradeoffs between oil, renewables, and LNG is key to making informed decisions that affect Hawaii’s electricity costs, reliability, and environmental future.