Panel: Scaling Up Solar Power in California

Go To Past Event
from Sun Up: Scaling Solar Power in California held on
Duration
58:26

Sun Up: Scaling Solar Power in California

 

Bob Epstein, Founder, Environmental Entrepreneurs
Mike Peevey, Chair, California Public Utilities Commission
Mike Splinter, CEO, Applied Materials
Nancy McFadden, Senior Vice President, PG&E

 

Solar power is surging in popularity as a renewable energy source, yet still remains a small part of California’s overall energy supply. How will this situation change, in light of a state plan calling for a massive scaling up of renewable sources by 2030? What factors are driving the ongoing decrease in the price of photovoltaic systems, and what technology, project financing and policy will enhance the availability and affordability of residential, commercial and utility scale solar power?

 

This program was recorded in front of a live audience at the Commonwealth Club of California on January 12, 2010.