Alternative energy experts to give update on Hawaii projects

Experts on various alternative energy technologies will provide updates on projects in Hawaii at a forum set for Sept. 27 at the Plaza Club.

Topics to be discussed include liquid natural gas, ocean thermal energy conversion, wave energy, algae-based biofuels, geothermal and sea water air conditioning.

The event, scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. is sponsored by ThinkTech, the Hawaii Venture Capital Association, the Hawaii Energy Policy Forum and Hawaii Business Magazine.

Speakers include Robbie Alm of Hawaiian Electric, Adam Esquith of Kauai Farm Fuels, Eric Masutomi of Honolulu Sea Water Air Conditioning, Heidi Kuehnle of Kuehnle Agrosystems, Eileen O'Rourke of OTEC International LLC, and State Rept. Cynthia Thielen (R, Kailua-Kaneohe).

To register go to hvca.org.

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By Star-Advertiser Staff