Rate plans would penalize new electricity users

Journal Article · Mon Apr 12 04:00:00 EST 1982 · Energy User News; (United States)

OSTI ID:5597417

Andrews, W

A rate structure proposed by two utilities in Colorado and Wyoming would charge higher rates to new and expanding customers to force them to carry the cost of new facilities needed by energy companies. Hostage pricing is opposed by Electricity Consumers Resource Council (ELCON), which notes that the idea has been opposed and abandoned in neighboring states. The idea is pursued whenever industrial demand is growing rapidly in an area with a small ratepayer base. Critics cite discrimination. The Colorado Public Utility Commission has called for public comment. (DCK)

• OSTI ID: 5597417
• Journal Information: Energy User News; (United States), Journal Name: Energy User News; (United States) Vol. 7:15; ISSN EUSND
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
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