RANCHO BERNARDO -- The public will get a chance to learn more about San Diego Gas & Electric Co.'s proposed Sunrise Powerlink transmission line Thursday at a Rancho Bernardo Community Council meeting.

Two SDG&E representatives will explain the utility company's plans for the 150-mile line, which would run from El Centro to San Diego. The project's goal is to boost the electricity supply and expand SDG&E's use of electricity from renewable sources.

The Sunrise Powerlink has strong support from the region's business community, but the proposal has been heavily criticized by environmentalists.

Some of SDG&E's other efforts to improve its energy resources -- including smart meters and clean transportation -- will also be discussed.

The meeting will start at 7 p.m. in the second-floor Community Room at the library, at 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. Visit www.RBCommunityCouncil.com for information.