About Us
Protecting Ratepayers AND the Environment
Our Story
Over 20 years of protecting our communities.
Local San Diegans Denis Trafecanty and Michael Pinto founded The Protect Our Communities Foundation (PCF) in 2005 to fight SDG&E’s proposed Sunrise Powerlink transmission line project. Despite those efforts, the Public Utilities Commission approved the project, but PCF’s work in coalition with other environmental and local advocates led to an improved route that decreased the impact on wildlife and the environment.
The Goal
Our Mission
Maximize clean, local, affordable, and equitable energy solutions through education, community engagement, and legal action.
Be Part of the Change
Whether you want to learn more about our work, collaborate, or support our mission, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you.