Governor Green isn’t just talking about climate change anymore — he’s signing it into law, and it’s quietly rewriting the math on your Hawaii property value. Whether you own a condo in Kakaʻako or a beachfront estate on the North Shore, the state’s Net-Zero commitment now touches what your home is worth, what it costs to hold, and what it can sell for. I’m Jason Wong, Principal Broker at Island Dragonfly, and in this video I break down — in plain English — exactly what changed in 2026 and how to turn it into an advantage.
What you’ll learn:
Why Hawaii’s goal to be carbon-negative by 2045 is now driving real, near-term policy (not just headlines)
The Green Fee (Act 96): the January 1, 2026 increase to the Transient Accommodations Tax, what it means for short-term-rental owners, and why the revenue earmarked for shoreline and erosion protection can actually stabilize oceanfront value
The Retrofit Reality: how new energy-efficiency expectations are splitting the market into “future-proofed” homes that command a premium and older homes that buyers now discount
Why properties with solar, EV charging, and high-efficiency systems are winning on price — and lower utility bills
The 2025–2026 Hawaii Energy rebate program: instant rebates on solar water heaters, split AC systems, and commercial retrofits
My Pro Tip: how upgrading before you list can raise your asking price “on the state’s dime”
Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or relocating from across the Pacific, I’ll help you understand exactly how your property stacks up under these new policies — and how to maximize your ROI.
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🌐 https://islanddragonfly.com
Serving Oʻahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi & Lānaʻi. Let’s make your real estate journey as sustainable as it is profitable. Aloha. 🌺
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