Monthly Archives: November 2010

Big Brother has arrived in your front room, giving the government the ability to turn the heat up or down

The doorbell rang early this morning and was answered to an employee of the local Hydro company telling us that the ‘hood was being hooked up for “Smart Meter” “a new way to think about electricity”. For those who would … Continue reading

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PG&E considers SmartMeter compromise

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. is considering options for customers who fear that the utility’s new, wireless SmartMeters jeopardize their health…. Full Story via SFGate.com

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‘Smart’ Meters – Dumb Idea? Pt. I

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‘Smart’ Meters – Dumb Idea? Pt. 2 of 3

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‘Smart’ Meters – Dumb Idea? Pt. 3 of 3

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Smart meters not to be compulsory in Netherlands

Smart meters will not be compulsory in the Netherlands, minister of economic affairs Maria van der Hoeven has decided. Van der Hoeven had intended to make smart meters compulsory, with a refusal to install them punishable with a fine of … Continue reading

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The Dark Side of ‘Smart’ Meters

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Local Bans on Wireless ‘Smart’ Meters

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SMART METER ALERT

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Refuse smart meters, What Happened to Privacy? “Smart Meter or Spy Meter ?

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Letter: Say no to smart electric meters

I called Central Maine Power and said, “Please remove my smart meter as soon as possible.” They did. I know this is controversial and CMP is not happy with customers calling with this request. However, I encourage citizens to do … Continue reading

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Government Power Grab Via Smart Meters And Grid

Energy companies across America are reaching full implementation of the installation of Smart Meters to every American home and building. Smart Meters are replacing outdated energy meters in the hopes of curbing energy demands. They will work hand in hand … Continue reading

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Energy meters could make burglars smarter

Burglars and marketing companies could exploit data from “smart meters” that monitor household energy use, the Privacy Commissioner says. Timothy Pilgrim, the nation’s privacy regulator, said yesterday the new meters could be used to build profiles on people’s habits — … Continue reading

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SmartMeter revolt persists

A bright yellow, billboard-sized sign posted on a private pasture lit by the setting sun was hard to miss on a recent afternoon for drivers heading east on Guerneville Road past Willowside Road: “Protect your health and privacy rights. Say … Continue reading

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