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This resolution is a legislative statement strongly opposing nuclear energy in Hawaii, grounded in multiple environmental, safety, economic, and constitutional considerations. The resolution emphasizes Hawaii's existing constitutional ban on nuclear power and highlights the state's unique geographical challenges, including frequent earthquakes, volcanic activity, and tsunami risks, which make nuclear energy particularly dangerous. It argues that transporting nuclear fuel to an isolated island chain poses significant environmental and economic risks, and that new nuclear technologies like Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are unproven, economically inefficient, and would divert resources from proven renewable energy solutions. The resolution also challenges the nuclear industry's claims of being "carbon-free," noting that uranium mining and processing still generate greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, it points out that Hawaii is already committed to achieving 100% renewable energy by 2045 through existing legislation, making nuclear energy unnecessary. The resolution ultimately calls for upholding the state constitution, prioritizing sustainable energy investments, and respecting public sentiment against nuclear power. It requests that copies of the resolution be transmitted to key state officials, including the Governor, Attorney General, and county mayors, to formally communicate this stance.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SR&billnumber=102&year=2025