Ruben Barrales

Image via Shutterstock Not enough attention has been focused on the risks of government-controlled energy, and last week’s story in Voice of San Diego is the latest example of coverage that misses an opportunity to highlight the pitfalls cities like San Diego would face if they decide to enter the volatile energy business. We helped form the Clear the Air Coalition to ensure important questions are answered before San Diego makes critical decisions about our energy and climate future.

Does it make sense for San Diego to start a government-controlled energy program? We believe City Hall should stick to the basics for now — caring for our homeless population, repairing our roads and maintaining our parks and libraries. Some people want to move San Diego into the energy business because of the perceived environmental benefits.