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Local Small Business Spotlights
Last year, our total procurement in our region reached
$498.20 million, of which $409.91 million was spent
with diverse businesses; statewide, our total surpassed
$1.29 billion, of which $771.26 million was diverse spend.
As a major regional employer, we help foster an inclusive economy. Our supply
chain is stronger and more resilient because we seek out local and Californiabased companies that advance innovation and reflect the diversity of our
customer base. Our suppliers create jobs, give back to our communities, and
support workforce development, making it possible for more people to share in
our region's and state’s economic prosperity.
WE SAVE BEES
Rescuing Bees From Poles and Meter Boxes
In a quiet corner of Chula Vista, a small sanctuary buzzes with bees — many rescued
from SDG&E power poles and electrical boxes. At the heart of this effort is a man
known simply as Bee Man Dan. Dan leads “We Save Bees,” a local company dedicated
to humane bee removal and relocation. Located on a remote portion of an SDG&E
property, the sanctuary is a place where bees can recover, rebuild and continue their
vital work pollinating crops and supporting biodiversity. “When SDG&E field teams need
to do work on a pole or a meter box, we come in,” said Dan. “We open up the cavity,
gently remove the baby bees, and the rest follow. Then we relocate them to a sanctuary
SDG&E helped sponsor.”
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