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Gao, Beilei
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Dear Members of the MSC,
I'm writing as a Pasadena resident who cares deeply about our city's transition to clean energy. The current solar size restriction has been fmstrating for many in our community.
Tying solar system size to the past 12 months of electricity use has delayed projects, created unnecessary red tape, and made it harder for families to install the solar power they want and need.
I'm glad to see that PWP is proposing to drop this restrictive limit and is recognizing the true value of rooftop solar. Allowing systems up to 150% of past use is a step in the right direction, since many households are planning for electric vehicles and new electric appliances.
But as a community, we can and should aim higher. In reality, EV charging, heat pumps, induction cooking, and other upgrades can increase household demand well beyond 150%. A higher threshold—closer to 170%—would make sure families aren't forced to undersize their systems and then face more costs and delays later.
Excess solar power isn't a problem—it's a gift. It adds clean energy to the grid and builds resilience for our city. While batteries are valuable, many residents can't afford them right now. If we make them a requirement for larger systems, we risk discouraging people who are otherwise ready to invest in solar.
I hope you'll support raising the threshold and making it easier for all Pasadena families to be part of the solution. Rooftop solar is not only good for individual households, it strengthens our community and brings us closer to a carbon-free future. 1 Thank you for listening and for your service to our city.
Sincerely,
Suzanne York
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