San Diego Community Power Names Acting CEO
SAN DIEGO – San Diego Community Power’s Board of Directors appointed Chief Operating Officer Jack Clark as Acting Chief Executive Officer on Thursday. Current Chief Executive Officer Karin Burns is on leave at this time. “Since its launch, San Diego Community Power has grown from a startup agency into a stable, trusted public institution delivering meaningful […]
San Diego Community Power Selects PlanetBids to Bring Efficiency to a Growing Procurement Program
San Diego – San Diego Community Power (Community Power) has joined the PlanetBids galaxy to enhance and streamline its nonenergy procurement operations, utilizing the procurement lifecycle platform to streamline solicitation and vendor management, insurance certifications and project evaluations. Community Power joins a deep network of fifteen other San Diego-area organizations already on PlanetBids, including the […]
San Diego Community Power Completes Clean Energy Prepayment Bond Transaction
Municipal Prepay Financing Includes Partnership with San Diego‑Based Realty Income to Support Long‑Term Clean Energy and Customer Affordability SAN DIEGO – San Diego Community Power has completed its third clean energy prepayment bond transaction, continuing a strategy focused on long‑term energy planning and affordability for customers across the San Diego region. “At a time when […]
San Diego Community Power Earns Investment Grade ‘A’ Credit Rating
Stable Outlook Strengthens Ability to Secure Lower-Cost Power and Pass Savings on to Customers SAN DIEGO — San Diego Community Power earned its first public credit rating from S&P Global Ratings Monday, receiving an investment-grade “A” issuer credit rating with a stable outlook; a milestone that positions the agency to negotiate more favorable energy contract and credit terms that can […]
San Diego Community Power Raises Bar for How Clean Energy Gets Built, Strengthening Reliable Project Delivery
New Expectations for a Skilled and Trained Workforce Help Increase Safety, Reduce Delays and Support Affordable, Dependable Clean Power for Nearly One Million Customers SAN DIEGO — As part of its ongoing efforts to provide clean, renewable energy at the greatest possible value for its customers, the San Diego Community Power Board of Directors today […]
San Diego Community Power Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Government Finance Officers Association Recognizes Community Power Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for Financial Management and Transparency SAN DIEGO — In recognition of San Diego Community Power’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency, the public agency received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). “This achievement reflects Community Power’s dedication to […]
Coronado Takes First Step to Join San Diego Community Power
Council Vote Begins Multiyear Process to Bring Coronado Customers More Competitive Energy CORONADO, CALIF. — The Coronado City Council voted unanimously today to become the newest member of San Diego Community Power, beginning the process to offer residents a choice in where their electricity comes from, with the potential of lower rates and access to programs. “The people of […]
San Diego Community Power, San Diego Foundation Announce $750K for Local Clean Energy Projects
COMMUNITY CLEAN ENERGY GRANTS SUPPORT LOCAL ORGS ADVANCING GREEN ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE AND PROGRAMS SAN DIEGO (Feb. 2, 2026) — San Diego Community Power, in partnership with San Diego Foundation, today announced a $750,000 clean energy reinvestment into the region and invited local organizations to apply for the funds. The Community Clean Energy Grants program is […]
Middle River Power and San Diego Community Power Celebrate Battery Project that Boosts Grid Reliability
Border Hybrid Energy Center Makes Renewable Power Available When Needed Most SAN DIEGO — Middle River Power and San Diego Community Power today celebrated the completion of the Border Hybrid Energy Center, a new battery energy storage facility designed to improve local grid reliability and help keep power affordable for customers across the region. “This […]
San Diego Community Power Provides Largest Discount in 5-Year History
CUSTOMERS CAN SAVE UP TO 10% ON ELECTRICITY GENERATION THROUGH COMMUNITY POWER SAN DIEGO – As part of its ongoing efforts to provide clean energy at the greatest possible value for its customers, the San Diego Community Power Board of Directors today approved electricity generation rates that will create the largest discount compared to San […]
Connecting to San Diego Community Power Just Got Easier
New Website Improves Customer Experience and Prioritizes Transparency SAN DIEGO — San Diego Community Power has launched a redesigned website to improve access to information about the agency and its services, as well as empower customers to learn about programs and practices that can help them save on their energy bills. “San Diego Community Power […]
When Sustainability Makes Good Business Sense: Why the North San Diego Business Chamber Became a Power100 Champion
The North San Diego Business Chamber is out to prove that sustainability is smart business. There is a “perceived tension” between sustainability and business, according to the chamber’s Chief Executive Officer Chris Thorne, with many people who think sustainable choices are costly. However, the North San Diego Business Chamber wants to change that misconception by […]