First Wind, a wind energy company that has pledged $50 million to help buy Molokai Ranch lands, is under investigation on the mainland for allegations of improper dealings with public officials and anti-competitive practices.

New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo began investigations in July to find out if the company obtained land-use agreements with residents and public officials through bribes and submitted false statements for permits and during environmental studies.

Noe Kalipi is the director of government and community relations with First Wind, formerly known as UPC Wind, in Hawaii. She said she was unable to comment on whether or not the mainland investigation would affect Molokai.

"We're committed to the pledge," she said, explaining that the company was fully cooperating with the investigation. First Wind originally made the $50 million offer in November 2007.

When reached via phone on Friday, a spokesperson for the New York Attorney General said the investigation is ongoing and no further updates could be provided.