Solar Water Heaters Now Required in Hawaii

I think San Diego should do the same thing. Let's see...

Hawaii is the first state to pass a law requiring that new homes have solar hot water heaters, beginning in 2010.

Hawaii relies totally on imported fossil fuels. This is a first step toward eliminating this dependence.

The new law prohibits issuing building permits for single-family homes that do not have solar water heaters. Some exceptions will be allowed, such as forested areas where there are low rates of sunshine.

Opponents say the law will drive up the cost of already pricey housing.