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TVA rate change could penalize ratepayers for low energy use

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Turning off lights and unplugging electronics are some of the easiest ways to save money. As technology advances, some homeowners have taken that a step further, installing energy-efficient appliances, adding insulation or even going solar.

However, a proposed Tennessee Valley Authority rate change could mean less bang for your time or your buck, and may inadvertently target low-income homeowners.

TVA pricing and contracts president Cass Larson, in a blog post, described the dilemma energy-efficient technology presents to utility companies.

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