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Why long-overdue wildfire hazard map updates could cost San Diegans

by Camille von Kaenel December 28, 2021December 22, 2021 Why you can trust inewsource

The maps are expected to trigger stricter building codes and some say they could make home construction more expensive.

San Diego County residents largely on their own to negotiate with neighboring renewable energy projects

by Camille von Kaenel October 29, 2021December 1, 2021

Jacumba neighbors sue to block construction of San Diego County’s largest solar farm

by Camille von Kaenel September 21, 2021September 21, 2021

Jacumba solar project wins San Diego County approval despite fierce fight from residents

by Camille von Kaenel August 18, 2021August 18, 2021

Gov. Newsom signs law to give farmers help with fire insurance

by Camille von Kaenel July 28, 2021August 6, 2021

Solar farm developer strikes cash deals in Jacumba to win support amid backlash

by Camille von Kaenel July 19, 2021August 6, 2021

Why San Diego County nixed a $1.5 million program to help save homes from wildfire

by Camille von Kaenel June 29, 2021July 12, 2021

Wind turbines dot the landscape along Interstate 8 in east San Diego County. Michael Schuerman / KPBS

East County group cites environmental issues, sues to stop wind project

by Camille von Kaenel April 30, 2021May 18, 2021

California farmers could get fire insurance help under proposed bill

by Camille von Kaenel April 5, 2021April 2, 2021

Jacumba residents fight back against proposed 650-acre solar project

by Camille von Kaenel March 22, 2021March 22, 2021