“It is “surcharges” for daring to run your air conditioner when the temperature is over 100 degrees.”
That is not the only problem coming up. I saw a program on PBS’ Nova about the smart grid. Once all of our appliances have worn out and been replaced by smart appliances, the grid will be able to control the appliances. On a 100 degree day, the grid may throttle back your A/C regardless what you set the thermostat to. Less control in your life - isn’t it grand?
“On a 100 degree day, the grid may throttle back your A/C regardless what you set the thermostat to.”
And how soon will a black market develop for Stuxnet-inspired control boxes that tell the utility what it wants to hear but runs your AC the way the homeowner wants it to run? I can envision that code right now. Excuse me, have to get to work.