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San Jose Mercury: PG&E leniency demands explanation

Posted on August 4, 2016 by admin

PG&E had taken money from ratepayers for gas pipeline maintenance and instead used it for shareholder dividends and executive bonuses. These are facts. San Jose Mercury News August 2, 2016 The federal attorneys who so effectively prosecuted the criminal case … Continue reading →

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Prosecutors ripped after slashing potential PG&E San Bruno fine by 99 percent

Posted on August 4, 2016 by admin

From CBS, Sacramento August 3, 2016 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – A surprising decision by federal prosecutors in San Francisco to drop their pursuit of a potential $562 million fine against one of the nation’s largest utilities after a deadly pipeline … Continue reading →

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Arizona overbilling problems: ‘I couldn’t believe it…how could it be that high?’

Posted on August 4, 2016 by admin

Notice the utility company uses the term “concerns” which has no legal standing and downplays the real issues he is raising. But importantly, the utility company admits overbilling is a widespread problem. “Many of our customers…have similar concerns.” Customers should … Continue reading →

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“Unbelievable”: federal prosecutors abruptly drop fines 99% at PG&E trial

Posted on August 4, 2016 by admin

From the San Jose Mercury PG&E trial: Prosecution unexpectedly drops maximum potential penalty to $6 million By George Avalos, gavalos@bayareanewsgroup.com August 3, 2016 See related stories below. PG&E will no longer face more than $500 million in fines if it … Continue reading →

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Federal labor board discusses Smart Meter fire problems

Posted on August 3, 2016 by admin

Electrical workers union official Bobby Reed was fired by Texas utility company Oncor after testifying about Smart Meter fire problems to the Texas Senate in 2012. The National Labor Relations Board has just released its Decision and Order on his … Continue reading →

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New Mexico: Los Alamos County mandates Smart Meters

Posted on August 2, 2016 by admin

From the Los Alamos Monitor No opt-out for Smart Meters Advocating action > McLin advocates for class-action suit against DPU By Arin McKenna Sunday, July 31, 2016 At its July 20 meeting, the Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities … Continue reading →

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Michigan: Consumers Energy lies to the public and begins installing Itron Smart Meters

Posted on August 2, 2016 by admin

Despite the known problems, Consumers Energy is forcing Smart Meters on the public. Consumers Energy tells several lies in this cheerleading article: Itron Smart Meters do not broadcast once a day. They broadcast 1250 – 26,000 times per day according to California … Continue reading →

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(VIDEO) WXYZ Channel 7 — Analog Meter Choice: Michigan bill would let customers opt out of smart meters

Posted on August 1, 2016 by admin

From Smart Meter  Education Network Posted May 23, 2016 2:16 WXYZ Channel 7 reports on the introduction of Michigan’s Analog Meter Choice Bill. DTE does not respect customer choice, health concerns, and privacy concerns. Learn more about the bill at … Continue reading →

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Electrician discusses Smart Meter hazards (VIDEO)

Posted on August 1, 2016 by admin

NOTE: If you have flickering lights or other electrical issues mentioned in this video and you have evidence of a potential fire situation, and/or you detect heat from the meter or electrical panel or you hear sounds (eg. popping, sizzling),  contact … Continue reading →

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Japan: Smart Meters’ huge costs eliminate savings for public

Posted on July 27, 2016 by admin

From Japan Times July 27, 2016 Three months have passed since the retail sale of electric power was fully liberalized. Approximately 300 companies have since entered the business of generating and selling electricity, and more than 1 million consumers have … Continue reading →

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