Can’t we meet San Diego’s energy needs by putting solar panels on rooftops?
A. Rooftop solar is part of the solution but can’t be relied upon exclusively to meet all our needs. SDG&E is a big supporter of rooftop solar and is counting on 300 megawatts of new solar over the next ten years as part of the landmark $3.5 billion California Solar Initiative. To match the power capability of the Sunrise Powerlink, you would have to install solar panels on 855,000 residential homes at a cost to ratepayers of approximately $20 billion.
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- Frequently asked questions about the Sunrise Powerlink, energy issues, and more. Can San Diego meet it’s future energy needs without the Sunrise Powerlink?
- Does the United States currently produce enough energy to meet its consumption needs?
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