San Diego was recently named the #1 Solar City in California for the second year in a row by the California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE). With 4,500 rooftop installations generating almost 37 megawatts of energy, valued at $9 million worth of power, San Diego’s #1 status as a leader in the solar industry in California is a “result of innovative state and local … [Read more...] about San Diego named #1 Solar City for Second Consecutive Year
Executive Update
President Obama Addresses Importance of Tourism
In an address from the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando on Thursday, January 19, President Obama praised the value of travel and tourism as a vital force behind the U.S. economy, and an engine for job creation. In 2010, the U.S. welcomed nearly 60 million international visitors, who helped boost the economy to the tune of $134 billion. The president expressed his desire to … [Read more...] about President Obama Addresses Importance of Tourism
Participate in Shaping the Future of San Diego
In an unprecedented civic engagement effort, The San Diego Foundation and Our Greater San Diego Vision are asking for your input to help shape the future of San Diego. Please join us in supporting the Show Your Love San Diego campaign, and participate in the online survey to ensure that your voice is heard. The deadline to complete the survey is January 31. Please spread … [Read more...] about Participate in Shaping the Future of San Diego
San Diego Welcomes PCMA: January 8 – 11, 2012
We are excited to host PCMA’s (Professional Convention Management Association) annual Convening Leaders Conference in San Diego, from January 8 – 11, 2012. In close collaboration with the San Diego Convention Center Corporation, our efforts over the past 18 months will culminate in this conference, which will be attended by almost 4,000 meetings industry professionals. The … [Read more...] about San Diego Welcomes PCMA: January 8 – 11, 2012
2011 Tourism in San Diego Hits Highest Mark Since 2008
As reported by signonsandiego.com, the year-end projection for 2011 shows positive indications for the upcoming year. In 2011, San Diego saw 30.8 million transient and overnight visitors, up 3.2 percent since last year, and 4 percent higher than the low of 2009. We are proud of what we accomplished in 2011, and look forward to continuing the upward trend in 2012. … [Read more...] about 2011 Tourism in San Diego Hits Highest Mark Since 2008