A few “lucky” Alabama Power customers will soon receive invitations to switch to one of two new rate pilot programs, called “Residential My Choice” or “Residential My Choice Plus.” Both raise the fixed monthly charge – by 260 percent and 400 percent, respectively – and lower the charge that’s based on how much power a household consumes.
It’s a worrisome move that could have implications far beyond the bills of a few customers.
The Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) approved the new rate programs very quickly, just two weeks after they were requested on May 25. They’re voluntary and experimental… for now.
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