To view all the filings at the CPUC website concerning current proceedings pertaining to smart meters, go to http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/documents/ Proceedings – Advanced Search Form: Advanced Search Form and enter just the Proceeding Number below that interests you, then click Search: A1103015 for info on SDG&E (San Diego Gas & Electric) opt-out A1107020 for info on SCE […]
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Notice to Southern CA Residents & Businesses
Southern California Edison customers have also been largely unaware, as Southern CA media has not widely covered this topic, that the CPUC passed a PG&E for fee opt-out to analog plan. PG&E customers have been better informed, with nearly 1,000 articles published by media in their area, to date. SCE has a current opt-out proposal […]
How to Opt-Out of SmartMeters for PG&E Customers: Deadline is May 1, 2012!
(from a PG&E email to a customer on 2/1/12) “For your convenience there are multiple ways to opt-out of SmartMeter™. You may opt-out online using our SmartMeter™ Opt-Out Form. You may also submit your opt-out request by visiting your local PG&E office. For customers on the SmartMeter™ Delay List, please opt-out by May 1, 2012. If your opt-out […]
ALERT: Smart Meter Opt-Out Ordered for SDG&E / SCE Customers – Vote to be on April 19th
An interim smart meter opt-out for Southern California’s SDG&E and SCE residential customers was proposed by a CPUC judge on March 15, 2012. Take action to sign up to get rid of the risky, radiation-emitting smart meters on your home. The five CPUC Commissioners will vote on these interim opt-outs on April 19th, 2012, in […]
Smart Meter Opt-Out News Flier for SDG&E Customers
Take action! Educate others and voice your concerns! The Center for Electrosmog Prevention has created an informational flyer for you to pass on to your friends and colleagues. Download the flyer at: http://www.scribd.com/doc/83836459/Smart-Meter-Flyer-CEP-March-3-2012
March 1, 2012 UPDATE
March 1, 2012 UPDATE: A source within CPUC has indicated that Judge Amy Yip-Kikugawa’s proposed decision will be issued in April or May, 2012, with voting to occur on the decision within 30 days. PG&E’s opt-out will be the starting point for the decision, according to the source. Translation: Expect a delay in obtaining an opt-out […]
SAN FRANCISCO: Critics decry CPUC’s approval of SmartMeter opt-out fees
The California Public Utilities Commission voted Wednesday to impose fees on PG&E customers who choose to opt out of the utility’s SmartMeter program. Patti Lee reports for Channel 2 News at 5.
East County Magazine “CPUC APPROVES OPT-OUT OPTION FOR PG&E SMART METER OWNERS–FOR A FEE; WILL RULE NEXT ON SDG&E”
February 7, 2012 (San Diego)—The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) this week voted to allow Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) customers to have smart meters replaced with older analog meters, for a $75 installation fee plus a monthly fee of $5 to $10, depending on income. Ratepayers must inform PG&E by May 1 if they wish to opt-out. […]
NBC San Diego: Smart Meter Customers Must Pay To Opt-Out/ SDG&E
NBC San Diego article by Lauren Steussy released Tuesday, February 7, 2012 Opponents of the meter’s wireless communication worry about the health impacts Read the full article online at : Smart Meter Customers Must Pay to Opt Out: SDG&E | NBC San Diego
North County Times: Customers to Get Opportunity to Dump Smart Meters
“After years of agitation, local opponents of computerized electric meters will probably see their hopes realized in March when regulators consider programs to let them opt out. Utilities said the computerized meters allow customers to closely monitor their power use, and create the possibility of linking appliances through a home area network. But almost from […]