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San Diego has lots of sunshine. Our plan taps this clean energy first, protecting mountain and desert open space. Where fossil fuel plants are used, they will conform to California's strict air quality standards. |
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A local network of small plants and renewables is far more secure and reliable than massive transmission lines that are not themselves sources of power. |
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Unlike the Sunrise Powerlink, which will cost consumers heavily and provide little return on investment, a diverse approach that draws on local resources will meet our energy infrastructure needs more cost-effectively. |
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"To remain competitive in the global market, San Diego must chart a future independent of volatile fossil fuel energy markets. The region needs to invest in renewable energy sources within San Diego County, as well as increased conservation and energy-efficiency efforts." |
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—Bill Powers, Professional Engineer
Border Power Plant Working Group |
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"The CPUC’s Division of Ratepayer Advocates has concluded that enough steps already have been taken to plug a forecasted shortfall for 2010 without the Sunrise Powerlink." |
—North County Times,
May 21, 2007 |
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"Sunrise should not be assumed to yield significant reductions in energy costs." |
—Division of Ratepayer Advocates,
2007 report |
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