Daryl DeJean began in the first quarter of 2011 working on the lighting of the San Diego Gas & Electric Energy Innovation Center. Daryl working in close coordination with many lighting fixture and lightin control systems manufacturers, assisted the architect, engineering and construction is the selection of the state of the art lighting solutions and integrating the lighting system with other building systems. In addition, extensive use of daylighting will demonstrate the costs effectiveness of daylighting.  

At the Center, leading-edge technologies will be exhibited for commercial and industry professionals to evaluate and incorporate into their own building designs and plans.

SDG&E will hold seminars and demonstrations to help customers find the most cost-effective and energy-efficient solutions to meet their specific needs. 

• Seminar rooms with capacity for groups up to 300 people
• A fully functioning model Smart Home of the future with room for classes and 
  demonstrations for up to 36 people
• A commercial demonstration kitchen with three functioning kitchen lines and the latest energy-efficient cooking equipment alongside a seminar/training room with room for 50 people
• Solar “trees” (photovoltaics) provide shade in the parking lot and are capable of generating 75kW of electricity
• Roof top solar provides 55 kW of electricity
• Electric vehicle charging stations

Pendants with LED  lamps greet visitors as soon                    Displays with LED are showcased throughout the building

as you enter the EIC        

The innovative design of the building incorporates 

significant use of daylighting