First Energy Offers New Light Bulb Proposal

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Published: 10/28/2009 4:50 pm

Updated: 10/28/2009 5:38 pm

After taking a huge public relations hit when it tried to force all its customers to buy energy-efficient light bulbs, First Energy is making a new proposal.

The electric company is now asking the Public Utilities Commission to approve a voluntary program so that those who don't want or need the mini-florescent lights don't have to pay for them.

First Energy suspended its plans to send the bulbs to all 350,000 customers and then charge them $22 each.

The program was part of new state regulations requiring utility companies to reduce their output.

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downes22 - 3/29/2011 11:13 PM

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What if we already have energy saver bulbs in our homes?

Valleyvoter - 10/28/2009 5:01 PM

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The Energy Bill recently passed should be repealed. This was a "feel good" measure that lawmakers used to grandstand their green credentials. However beneath the thin veneer the legislation is packed with protection for utility monopolies that ensures their revenue stream stays at least level while users get more efficient. In short, we'll pay MORE for using LESS.

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