I just reviewed my electricity bills from the past couple of years for my all-electric, one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco. Here are some takeaways:
* On average, we use less than 300 kWh per month: Around 200 kWh in warmer months and up to 400 kWh in winter. Not great, but not bad.
* Between PG&E and CleanPowerSF, electricity costs have risen from $0.30–$0.35 per kWh in early 2022 to $0.40–$0.45 per kWh recently.
* Some of this increase comes from opting into CleanPowerSF's SuperGreen plan, which claims to be 100% renewable and regionally generated (wind/solar). However, PG&E's delivery charges (and associated increases) still apply, which is frustrating.
* Our current electricity prices are among the highest in the world, which seems absurd, but probably makes sense considering PG&E's wildfire liabilities and infrastructure costs.
#SF #SanFrancisco #California #electricity
* On average, we use less than 300 kWh per month: Around 200 kWh in warmer months and up to 400 kWh in winter. Not great, but not bad.
* Between PG&E and CleanPowerSF, electricity costs have risen from $0.30–$0.35 per kWh in early 2022 to $0.40–$0.45 per kWh recently.
* Some of this increase comes from opting into CleanPowerSF's SuperGreen plan, which claims to be 100% renewable and regionally generated (wind/solar). However, PG&E's delivery charges (and associated increases) still apply, which is frustrating.
* Our current electricity prices are among the highest in the world, which seems absurd, but probably makes sense considering PG&E's wildfire liabilities and infrastructure costs.
#SF #SanFrancisco #California #electricity
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Two of the men are engaged with something one is holding between them; perhaps examining papers or tickets together. They seem to be in conversation as they lean slightly towards each other, indicating a shared focus on what they're looking at.
The two other figures stand by passively - not interacting but observing their surroundings or possibly waiting for someone's arrival. Their postures suggest anticipation or patience rather than active engagement with the environment around them.
In terms of location and context, this photo seems to be part of Dorothea Lange’s work on unemployment during a period when such issues were prevalent in American society—likely reflecting conditions seen widely across urban America at that time due to economic hardship. The mention 'Unemployed men on Howard Street.' suggests these individuals are among those affected by the economic downturn.
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In the foreground, three individuals stand together: one wearing a fur-lined coat and hat appears deep in thought or possibly asleep, another with a distinctive white cap looking outwards, while the third seems engaged in conversation. The men are dressed in attire typical of that era, including hats, coats, and suits, indicating modest to middle-class status.
Behind them, other individuals continue their day; some stand alone gazing into storefronts or windows, others walk by purposefully. On the right side, a man with a cane is visible, suggesting he might be elderly or have mobility issues. He walks away from the camera towards another direction on Howard Street.
The buildings display signs for businesses such as \"MURRAY & READY\" and establishments like \"POOL ROOM,\" indicating leisurely activities available to locals at that time. The facade of one building has a signboard with partial visibility, stating it's an arcade or game room.
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In front of the building stands a group of men dressed in suits with hats—a style that suggests early to mid-20th century fashion—and some are smoking cigarettes. Their posture varies from upright and attentive, as if they're awaiting their turn for an interview, to casual—leaning against walls or on each other's shoulders.
The sign above the entrance reads \"International Employment Agency,\" indicating it deals with both local job seekers and perhaps those seeking employment in international locations during that time period. The surrounding area appears busy but not crowded; a few more individuals are visible walking by or standing near the building, suggesting this location is part of an active urban setting.
The architecture itself isn't heavily detailed within the frame, save for some decorative elements on what seems like overhangs above the doorway and windows. A price list and other notices are posted outside as well—perhaps advertisements or information about services offered by the employment agency.
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