Hawaii Energy has hired Lacey Shimabukuro as the company's energy adviser.
In her new role, Shimabukuro will execute Hawaii Energy's incentive programs and serve as an adviser to customers and businesses to accelerate the implementation of efficiency projects, the company said in an announcement.
As a company, Hawaii Energy aims to educate families and businesses about the benefits of clean energy, and encourages and rewards energy-saving decisions, according to the company's website.
“Lacey’s extensive background in business management and construction will make her a great asset to our team as we work to further educate and empower Hawaii businesses to make smarter energy choices,” Executive Director Brian Kealoha said in a statement. “We’re pleased to welcome Lacey to the Hawaii Energy ohana as we continue in our effort meet Hawaii’s clean energy goals.”
According to the company, Shimabukuro "will work closely with customers in the retail and construction/development industries to overcome barriers to implementing energy efficiency projects."
She also will collaborate with property managers, store owners and developers on energy-saving projects; educate industry professionals about efficiency and conservation measures; and secure rebate funds and technical support for business customers.
“I’m excited to work with the wonderful people at Hawaii Energy and to help businesses make smart energy choices," Shimabukuro told Pacific Business News in an email. "As an energy [adviser] for the retail and new construction sectors, I look forward to opportunities to share about our program incentives with business owners, architects and engineers, and real estate managers and developers.”
Shimabukuro comes to the role with more than 15 years of experience managing real estate properties, construction projects, and business operations for various family-owned businesses. She earned a bachelor's degree in environmental studies from the University of Southern California and is working to complete her executive master of business administration degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
