Utility Fees Reach $50 Monthly Before Any Power Use
Fixed utility fees approaching $50 per month, charged before any electricity use, fuel discussions among utilities, regulators, and solar supporters. Proponents emphasize grid upkeep requirements, whereas opponents highlight diminished motivations for conservation and solar installations. These developments may reshape cost-sharing among consumers, utilities, and policymakers in an evolving energy sector.
By Sheldon Stevens
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