Saturday, January 14, 2012

Pushing Back the Backlash in Detroit

Smart utility meters dial up backlash - Detroit News

"Smart meters" that use radio waves are touted by utilities as a more accurate way to track use and pinpoint outages, but some Metro Detroit residents fear the devices could jeopardize their health, privacy and wallets.

The protests of charged-up customers have caught the attention of the Michigan Public Service Commission, which launched an investigation of the high-tech meters for electric usage last week.

Opponents such as David Sheldon of Oak Park said they fear the devices could harm their health, privacy and finances.



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