Comments in Massachusetts D.P.U. 25-200
These written comments to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities oppose adding increased fixed charges to utility bills.
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Testimony to DC Council Housing Committee on B26 0595 True Act
This is written testimony to the DC Council Housing Committee on B26 0595 True Act, a ratio utility billing systems (RUBS) transparency bill. The testimony recommends the DC Council prohibit RUBS and lists the harms to tenants and to energy and water conservation goals for the District of Columbia. The testimony provides examples from other…
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Sign-on Testimony Re Maryland HB 1253, Break STRIDE Act (Re Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Replacement Funding Mechanism)
This is sign-on testimony in support of Maryland HB1253 to stop the ability of regulated gas companies to put ratepayers on the hooks for tens of billions of dollars for gas line replacement that does not prioritize public safety, more cost effective alternatives and it stops the ability of gas companies to bypass the normal…
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Sign-on Letter to Maryland PSC Re WGL's Compliance with a Gas Line Replacement Law
The letter is about the failure of a regulated gas company in MD (WGL) to comply with state law regarding gas infrastructure replacement, Next Generation Energy Act (modifies the STRIDE law), to prioritize safety and demonstrate cost effectiveness, including repair of gas lines over replacement. Marylanders are overpaying for gas because of industry abuses that…
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Comment Letter to SEEC Institute's Thriving Economy Project RFI
Strong consumer protection policies and program designs should be incorporated into emerging energy efficiency and resilience projects in order to promote affordability and access. These policies support community resilience and housing security and provide a basis for stronger energy financing solutions. They also strengthen the delivery of government programs. Robust consumer protections ensure that strong…
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Tariffed On-Bill Financing Poses Significant Risks for Low-Income Consumers
This brief addresses consumer protection concerns with Inclusive Utility Investment (IUI)/Tariffed On-Bill Financing/Pay As You Save® (PAYS®) (referred to collectively as “TOB”), particularly the dangers of these loans for low-income consumers. It also recommends important state-specific considerations, guardrails, and safer alternatives. Although this brief focuses on protections for low-income residential customers, many of the recommended…
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New Data Shows Alarming Rise in Home Energy Insecurity
“These findings paint an alarming picture of the growing challenges families face in heating and cooling their homes and keeping the lights on."
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Energy Insecurity on the Rise: Preliminary Findings from the 2024 Residential Energy Consumption Survey
2024 Residential Energy Consumption Survey findings reflect a rise in home energy insecurity particularly among households of color, households in the South Census Region, and low-income households across the country. Recommendations include: implementation of enhanced bill assistance, energy efficiency, regulatory consumer protection programs and policies, along with investment in relatively low-cost renewable energy resources.
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Letter to LA City Council Regarding Tenant Utility Billing
This letter urges the Los Angeles City Council to prohibit landlords from using Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) to calculate utility bills in master-metered rental housing.
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Public Service Commission of Maryland Order on Limited Income Mechanism for Utility Customers
In this Order, the Commission provides guidance and direction pertaining to the Public Conference 59 (“PC 59”) Work Group’s Report on Proposed Limited Income Mechanism for Utility Customers. For the reasons detailed below, the Commission approves the general design of the proposed Limited Income Mechanism (“LIM”), recommends guidance on further details, and approves Phase II…
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Limited Income Mechanism for Utility Customers (Maryland)
This report was prepared for the Public Service Commission of Maryland by the PC59 Work Group, the Maryland Energy Advocates Coalition (MEAC), which includes the National Consumer Law Center. The Work Group developed and proposed a limited-income mechanism to help ensure customers have an energy burden of approximately 6%. The Work Group requests the Commission…
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Comments of the Maryland Energy Advocates Coalition On the Need and Proposals for a Low-Income Affordability Plan
On November 16, 2023, the Public Service Commission (Commission) issued a Notice establishing an Administrative Docket PC 59 to consider proposals for limited-income mechanisms for utility customers. The Maryland Energy Advocates Coalition (MEAC) submitted these comments in response. MEAC’s mission is to focus on the circumstances, needs and solutions for the low-income households and communities…
