Monthly Archives: February 2012

Shady smart meter cop-out

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Another great video from Jerry Day, who offers his current advice on tackling utility smart meter problems. His advice- continue to refuse the meters, refuse the fee opt outs and keep detailed records of your health since installation. He encourages … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Smart Meters, Take Action! | 4 Comments

Understanding PG&E Smart Meter Opt-Out fees

Posted on February 19, 2012 by admin

In California you can now rid your home of a smart meter.  That’s good news.  However PG&E is imposing fees to do so.  That’s the confusing news. The facts about the FEES:  Besides being arbitrary, punitive and likely illegal, they … Continue reading →

Posted in Government, Smart Meters | 20 Comments

College project: 90 days without cell phone, social media

Posted on February 5, 2012 by admin

Jake Reilly, a college student gave up his cell phone and computer for 90 days. No texting, facebook, email, twitter etc. What he learned changed his life. He writes, “Everything was so much simpler, I had relationships with people, not … Continue reading →

Posted in cell phones, Commentary | 5 Comments

New report calls for protecting children and expecting mothers from cell phone radiation

Posted on February 3, 2012 by admin

Environment and Human Health, Inc. (EHHI) released a cell phone environmental report calling for tougher standards to regulate cellular technologies—especially for children and pregnant women. EHHI reviewed hundreds of peer-reviewed studies that examined the potential health threats associated with cellular … Continue reading →

Posted in cell phones, Public Health | 1 Comment

CPUC votes to allow PG&E to charge fees

Posted on February 1, 2012 by admin

Today the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) voted 4-0 to allow PG&E to charge customers $75 initial fee and $10 a month for restoring or retaining their analog meter- or $10 initial fee and $5 a month for CARE customers.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Government, Smart Meters, Take Action! | 16 Comments