Category Archives: Changing a Meter

Getting from ‘Smart’ to Wise: SF Panel Set to Plot New Course

From Ecological Options Network: This post encourages you to check out the landmark report “Getting Smarter About the Smart Grid,” authored by energy expert Dr. Timothy Schoechle, published by the National Institute for Science, Law and Public Policy – and … Continue reading

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California PUC Delays Opt Out Decision. And Delays…..And Delays….And Delays

By Josh Hart, Director StopSmartMeters.Org You may have heard that there is a ‘smart’ meter opt out in California, where people have the choice of an analog meter on their home, for a fee. Well, unfortunately you have been misled.   … Continue reading

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“Illusion of Democracy Tested” in Australia Smart Meter Return

Yesterday’s events in Australia echo those in California and other places where people have said enough is enough.  Where people have refused to give up their power to utility corporations. Refused to give up their property rights.  Refused to allow … Continue reading

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Smart Meters Being Removed in Australia

Oct. 14 update:  The smart meter filmed in  these videos has been returned to Powercor, the Australian utility.  Read details of this action here.  Note that replacing/ removing electric meters can result in death or serious injury if you do … Continue reading

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BC People’s Class Action Builds Momentum

A Canadian class action lawsuit started by Nomi Davis, a yoga teacher from British Columbia’s Saltspring Island is gaining momentum, and publicity.  An article in the Vancouver Sun recently included this quote from Una St. Clair of the Center for Safe … Continue reading

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