Mixing It Up

Combining Power Resources and Partnerships to Maximize Energy Generation

Looking to add even more renewable energy to its portfolio, Southern California Edison has launched a proactive effort to increase solar power production for its customers. With more than 45 million sq ft of rooftop space in its service area, SCE is seeking out ways to capitalize on the available area and lease these structures to generate clean energy. With that, SCE has recently reached an agreement with ProLogis to provide approximately 100 MW of generated power to the utility through its rooftop solar program (check out our news for more information). Through the agreement, ProLogis (the site host of the project) will receive roof rental income and construction management fees, while SCE customers can benefit from clean energy. The utility is also in negotiations with other area businesses.

As our renewable energy industry progresses, seeing proactive business models come into practice is the most exciting part of the ever-changing power market. It’s important to give props to companies like SCE for recognizing an opportunity, moving forward with it and continuing to promote this developing industry.