Water plant uses ultra-high efficiency San Diego smart photovoltaic energy storage container

Can San Diego develop a pumped storage energy project?

When energy demand is high, the stored water is released downhill to turn turbines that produce energy. The Water Authority and City of San Diego are evaluating the feasibility of developing a pumped storage energy project at the City of San Diego’s San Vicente Reservoir near Lakeside.

Can photovoltaic & smart water management improve water access?

The integration of renewable energy systems, particularly photovoltaic (PV) technology, with smart water management techniques holds immense promise for ensuring reliable and sustainable water access, especially in regions lacking traditional energy infrastructure.

Could solar power be stored in San Diego's San Vicente Reservoir?

Pumping water into a smaller reservoir in the surrounding mountains could store excess solar power until it's needed, when the sun sets. The San Diego County Water Authority has an unusual plan to use the city's scenic San Vicente Reservoir to store solar power so it's available after sunset.

Are solar photovoltaic water pumping systems sustainable?

Solar photovoltaic water pumping systems offer cost-effective and sustainable water access, aligning with global goals to reduce carbon footprints and enhance rural resilience to climate change . In the context of water management, renewable energy systems like PV have gained traction as viable alternatives to fossil fuel-based power sources.