Alliance for Solar Choice
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Alliance for Solar Choice
@alliance4solar.bsky.social
Outdated monopoly utility companies are launching coordinated campaigns to block consumer solar. Join our movement to fight back and protect our energy choice.

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NEWS: #PUCN has decided to impose a ~$50 electricity bill increase on nearly 1 million customers in Southern Nevada. Where are our leaders? This is all so unnecessary.
STATEMENT: Despite having a clear chance to reverse course and stand with #NV families, the #PUCN chose to keep the deeply unpopular daily demand charge.

This vote came even after unanimous opposition from everyday Nevadans and consumer advocates who warned the charge violates #NV law.
November 18, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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STATEMENT: Despite having a clear chance to reverse course and stand with #NV families, the #PUCN chose to keep the deeply unpopular daily demand charge.

This vote came even after unanimous opposition from everyday Nevadans and consumer advocates who warned the charge violates #NV law.
November 18, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Add your voice!
ICYMI: We’re stronger together.

Let’s continue to stand side-by-side and speak up against NV Energy’s pattern of bad behavior.

At the #PUCN General Consumer Session, Nevadans from every walk of life showed up to demand accountability from NV Energy.

But our work isn’t done. 👇
November 18, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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🚨 JUST IN: Regulators will reconsider NV Energy’s controversial Daily Demand Charge, the same billing scheme that could penalize families for their highest 15 minutes of energy use each day.

@KTNV.bsky.social reporting 👇 buff.ly/U4Dnr9i
Nevada regulators to review controversial daily demand charge for NV Energy customers
Nevada regulators are expected to review their September general rate case decision and NV Energy's controversial daily demand charge Tuesday after groups filed reconsideration requests.
www.ktnv.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Our grid needs more electrons and it needs them fast. Xcel's proposal in Minnesota is NOT the right way to do this. We should be letting the private market lead and deploy batteries for 1/3 the cost of what Xcel is proposing in Minnesota.
Xcel wants to install high-voltage batteries across Minnesota for grid reliability and to support Minnesota’s carbon-free power mandate. Skeptics question whether a program that Xcel estimates could cost as much as $430 million over three years is a good use of ratepayer dollars.
Batteries can modernize the grid, but skeptics say Xcel has profits in mind • Minnesota Reformer
Xcel Energy wants to place dozens of high-voltage batteries at commercial sites across Minnesota over the next few years.
minnesotareformer.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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Xcel wants to install high-voltage batteries across Minnesota for grid reliability and to support Minnesota’s carbon-free power mandate. Skeptics question whether a program that Xcel estimates could cost as much as $430 million over three years is a good use of ratepayer dollars.
Batteries can modernize the grid, but skeptics say Xcel has profits in mind • Minnesota Reformer
Xcel Energy wants to place dozens of high-voltage batteries at commercial sites across Minnesota over the next few years.
minnesotareformer.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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NEW: At least three GOP lawmakers took advantage of a decades-old rooftop solar credit that'll expire in January due to Trump’s megalaw, E&E News has found.

They all support ending the perk that sliced thousands of dollars off the cost of installing their panels. www.eenews.net/articles/mee...
Meet the Republicans who killed solar subsidies — after using them
POLITICO’s E&E News examined satellite imagery of more than 100 homes owned by Republican lawmakers to see if they have solar panels. Seven had rooftop
www.eenews.net
November 12, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Reply post: How much has rooftop solar and storage improved your home’s energy resilience?

A. I had fewer outages

B. I lowered my bills

C. Both of the above

D. Not sure yet / no system yet
November 7, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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💬 ICYMI: On October 22, Nevadans showed up and spoke out.

From seniors on fixed incomes to solar owners, families across the valley filled the #PUCN hearing room to demand fairness, transparency, and accountability from NV Energy.

#FOX5Vegas reporting: buff.ly/zuM1pgc
October 29, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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The state Bureau of Consumer Protection contends rate changes approved last month by the Public Utilities Commission as part of a $119 million rate hike are prohibited by state law. A hearing is set for Nov. 18 on the petitions for reconsideration.
NV Energy peak demand charge, tweak to net metering, violate state law, say experts  • Nevada Current
The Nevada Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection contends rate changes approved last month by the Nevada Public Utilities Commission as part of a $119 million rate hike are prohibited by st...
nevadacurrent.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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United Board Chair Amy Heart of Sunrun talked with @nbcchicago.com about the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act, which would bolster virtual power plant development to lower costs for all consumers.

Learn more --> www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/p...
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Proposed 'virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills - NBC Chicago
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
October 22, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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People from across the Las Vegas Valley are demanding answers about several issues with NV Energy as the PUCN holds consumer sessions.

Story: https://www.fox5vegas.com/2025/10/23/las-vegas-valley-residents-voice-concerns-about-new-nv-energy-billing-component/ 
October 23, 2025 at 5:01 AM
WATCH LIVE: Nevadans speak out against NV Energy's rate hikes:

www.youtube.com/live/7U6JsaV...
LIVE: Nevadans Speak Out Against NV Energy Rate Hike | PUCN General Consumer Session - Oct. 2025
YouTube video by Nevada Conservation League NCL
www.youtube.com
October 23, 2025 at 12:21 AM
October 22, 2025 at 10:06 PM
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🧵Over the past year, Nevadans learned that NV Energy overcharged more than 80,000 customers, totaling at least $17M in wrongful billing.

These weren’t one-off mistakes.

They were part of a years-long pattern of mismanagement and neglect…
October 18, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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So, let’s talk about the pattern.

While Nevadans struggle with higher bills, NV Energy asked regulators to let them charge customers for limousine rides, luxury hotels, liquor tabs, and corporate retreats, all buried inside their latest $216M rate hike request... 🧵
October 21, 2025 at 12:30 AM
The Nevada Public Utility Commission approved a MASSIVE bill increase for all ratepayers in Nevada. Starting this spring, you’ll be forced to pay ~$50 per month in a new “demand charge” or “utility tax.”
October 17, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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"Data center operators should pay for residential upgrades to heat pumps, rooftop solar and storage— to secure the power they need right now, and establish the grid stability we all need for the future."
Why data center operators should pay for residential electrification upgrades
Upgrading households is the fastest way for hyperscalers to obtain all the electricity they need, writes Ari Matusiak, founder and CEO of Rewiring America.
www.utilitydive.com
October 15, 2025 at 12:34 AM