Extreme heat is turning electricity cutoffs into new political battle for power companies
Publishing timestamp: 2024-06-21 10:51:39
Summary
Virginia has implemented new protections for utility customers during extreme heat, but advocates say more needs to be done to prevent disconnections. Climate change is forcing a new conversation about the issue, with many states lacking protections for consumers. Utility companies insist that disconnections are a last resort and offer assistance programs to help customers avoid being cut off.
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