San Diego Battery Project Halted, Padres Shut Out Pirates

Sunny Mornings San Diego by Sunny Mornings Media

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Tuesday April 07, 2026

In this episode, we delve into the latest developments impacting San Diego, starting with the halting of a controversial battery storage project in North County. After years of community opposition, residents are celebrating the withdrawal of the proposal, which would have seen 217 lithium-ion battery containers installed over 23 acres. The developer, AES Corporation, has shifted focus to other projects amid challenging market conditions.

On the sports front, the San Diego Padres delivered a stellar performance, shutting out the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0. German Marquez led the charge with five strong innings, marking his first victory with the team. The Padres' offensive lineup shone with four doubles, breaking the Pirates' five-game winning streak.

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