""It is one of our last spaces that we can preserve to make sure that we have access to open space, we have wildlife crossings, that were able to continue to grow food here in this valley," Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority District Director Kathy Sutherland said. "The fact that we were able to make this a win-win for everybody is so encouraging.""
""By using our existing infrastructure, we're avoiding new impacts to the land around us and speeding up the project timeline at the same time," PG&E VP of Major Projects Craig Degenfelder said."
""This project is capable of bringing enough power to power 750,000 new homes," highlighting the project's significance in addressing energy needs."
The California Public Utilities Commission approved a plan that preserves open space in Coyote Valley while allowing for the construction of a new power project. This project aims to support San Jose's increasing energy demands. The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority collaborated with PG&E to find a solution that benefits both the community and energy infrastructure. The new high voltage converter station will be located near PG&E's Metcalf substation, minimizing land impact and expediting the project timeline, ultimately strengthening the power grid.
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