Dive Summary:
- The Orlando Utilities Commission plans to replace 223,000 electric meters with new smart meters by the end of 2013 and will offer an opt-out plan to its customers for an as yet unknown fee.
- The utility has said that the fee will ultimately be determined by how many people end up opting out of the program.
- A company spokesperson said that similar programs around the country have a $75 one-time fee and charge $10 extra per month to keep the old meters.
From the article:
There has been controversy over potential health risks caused by the electromagnetic radiation emitted from the meters. That alone was enough to convince Faircloth to opt out.
Faircloth said OUC asked for a doctor's note. She said they told her she'll have to pay a fee to keep the old meter. ...