Plug-in Blues

When the world gives you solar panels, you must use them. But not if the power companies have anything to say about it. Environment reporter MacKenzie Elmer drops in to discuss SB 868, a bill that would legalize easy, plug-in balcony solar panels for renters and condo owners. Local utility companies like SDG&E are pushing back, citing worker safety concerns regarding power "back-feeding" into lines, despite zero documented injuries on record. 00:00 - Intro & Mexico's Soccer Loss 07:35 - Measure C & Homelessness Funding 17:42 - San Diego Unified's $3.5B School Bond 33:00 - Plug-In Solar Panels & Utility Pushback 44:42 - Politifest Announcement 48:20 - Listener Shoutouts & Kelly Davis Tribute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.