Does it make sense for an electric company to want to sell you less electricity?
Of course not, they make less money that way, so why would they ever push for any more efficiency than mandated by the government?
Clearly this is a result of wrong-headed thinking about how to charge for services. Maryland is the fourth state in the nation to figure this out and apply it:
It's always remarkable to see any government agency do something that is both remarkable and correct. I'm pleased. Only 92% of the country to go.
Of course not, they make less money that way, so why would they ever push for any more efficiency than mandated by the government?
Clearly this is a result of wrong-headed thinking about how to charge for services. Maryland is the fourth state in the nation to figure this out and apply it:
In a rate case ruling issued yesterday, the Maryland Public Service Commission endorsed an approach known as decoupling, which ensures that utilities do not lose revenue if customers use less electricity.
PSC officials and customer advocates said decoupling will not cut electricity demand by itself, but it will mean that utilities can provide incentives for conservation programs -- such as rewards for purchases of high-efficiency appliances -- without losing revenue.
Under decoupling plans, if customers cut energy use, the rate for distribution costs is increased in later months so that the utility can cover its fixed costs and maintain its wires, poles, substations and other infrastructure. Consumers would still save money on fuel costs, the largest component of their electric bills. Maryland Adopts Plan For Energy Efficiency
It's always remarkable to see any government agency do something that is both remarkable and correct. I'm pleased. Only 92% of the country to go.
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