San Francisco is making significant strides towards establishing a municipal public power system, which aims to reduce carbon emissions and generate substantial annual revenue. The recently released Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) outlines technical aspects, including potential upgrades to the Martin Substation that connects to the local power grid. Historically, efforts to acquire PG&E's electric grid have faced hurdles, with the utility obstructing progress by raising costs and delaying service. The city seeks to assert its rights to provide competitive electric service and fulfill a 1913 mandate to serve its residents.
San Francisco's push for municipal public power aims to reduce carbon emissions, generate substantial revenue, and comply with a 1913 legal mandate, facing historical challenges with PG&E.
The city plans to rebuild or connect to the Martin Substation, which processes power from Hetch Hetchy, as part of its strategy to enhance local electricity service.
Despite federal laws mandating access, PG&E has consistently obstructed San Francisco's efforts for public power by raising rates and delaying essential services, causing increasing frustration.
The Draft Environmental Impact Report outlines the legal and technical steps necessary for the city to finally take control of its power distribution, marking a pivotal development.
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