Geothermal drilling voted down; non-invasive testing, analysis approved

The state's effort to move forward on geothermal explorations and drilling on the Big Island hit a snag on Thursday. The state Environmental Council voted down environmental exemptions for exploration drilling. But, proponents of geothermal energy are still hopeful for other options. On the Big Island, Puna Geothermal Venture's plant produces 20 percent of the island's energy needs.  The state ...

Alternative Energy: a Reality, Not a Choice

There are too many options but no one solution to the energy problem. Our needs are many. The current alternative energies - solar, wind, biofuels, nuclear and geothermal - all have limitations, but they're worth it until something better comes along.