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The Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism is Hawaii’s resource center for economic and statistical data, business development opportunities, energy and conservation information, and foreign trade advantages.
What’s New
Third-Party Certification Now Required for Renewable Fuels Producers Seeking State Tax Credit
Hawaii State Energy Office — For calendar year 2018 and beyond, taxpayers claiming Hawaii’s renewable fuels production tax credit (RFPTC) will be subject to several revised requirements.
New Study Shows International Students Contributed $498 Million to Hawaii’s Economy
DBEDT released a report today which analyzes the impact of international students on Hawaii’s economy.
Hawaii’s Economy Continues Growing at a Slower Pace
DBEDT released its fourth quarter 2018 Statistical and Economic Report today. In this report, DBEDT revised its projection on Hawaii's economic growth downward to 1 percent for 2018.
Creative Lab Hawaii Music Immersive Finalists to Showcase Talents at TAXI Road Rally 2018
Opening revenue and creativity channels for Hawaii’s musicians, Creative Lab Hawaii (CLH) is proud to announce four finalists from its 2018 Music Immersive program will attend TAXI Road Rally.
DBEDT Launches 2019 HiSTEP Export Promotion Program
Read More Entries from NewsDBEDT launched the 2019 Hawaii State Trade Expansion Program (HiSTEP), a comprehensive program designed to assist Hawaii small businesses to increase their exports.
DISASTER LOAN ASSISTANCE
Kilauea Volcanic Eruption & Earthquakes
Low-Cost Loans for Lava Flow Impacted Small Businesses! Has your business been harmed by the Kilauea Lava Flow? CLICK HERE for information and applications!
As a result of the President’s major disaster declaration, applications for disaster remediation loans as a result of the Kilauea lava flow may be filed with the US Small Business Administration.
Application Filing Deadlines:
- Economic Injury: March 14, 2019
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