Escondido Solar Experience Addresses Solar Misinformation Concerns

Escondido, Calif. (June 7, 2017) - An educational seminar and electric vehicle showcase is coming to Escondido in response to a growing demand for independent information for solar power. Leading San Diego-based nonprofit organizations, Center for Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Campaign, co-host the Escondido Solar Experience, sponsored by Sullivan Solar Power. Attendees of the event will receive unbiased, accurate facts about solar power.

San Diego County has been a global leader in the adoption of rooftop solar, with recently-published figures highlighting that over 100,000 solar systems have been installed in the San Diego Gas & Electric territory. The rapid growth of solar has resulted in some solar installers engaging in high-pressure sales tactics. Companies have offered misleading and outdated information about financial rebates as well as other incentives that no longer apply to solar power system purchases, according to industry watchdogs.

Go Solar California, a leading solar power industry advocacy campaign has recently issued a consumer alert. According to the organization, there have been reports of solar companies “throughout California attempting to generate sales through unscrupulous methods.”

To help clear out the misinformation, experts from Climate Action Campaign and Center for Sustainable Energy, as well as certified energy practitioners, will confront the growing confusion about going solar in an educational platform on Saturday, June 17, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Escondido City Hall, Mitchell Room.

“It's more important than ever to empower families with the freedom of clean energy and clean air. That's why Climate Action Campaign has been inspiring, engaging and educating communities across San Diego County with the tools to realize a 100 percent clean energy future,” said Nicole Capretz, executive director of the Climate Action Campaign who was recently recognized by the New York Times as a Californian of the Year. “The Escondido Solar Experience highlights how rooftop solar can work for you, while supporting community goals, justice and jobs -- all part of the American dream.”

Participants of the Escondido Solar Experience will learn about how solar works, battery storage and integration, available incentives, financing options, how to choose a solar provider, new solar rules and more. In addition, participants are invited to an electric vehicle showcase following the seminar.

For more information about the Escondido Solar Experience or to RSVP to attend the event, visit www.sdsolarexperience.org.