Residents Revolt Against Green Energy Rate Hikes
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Posted 14 days ago
**Chaos in Lansing: Residents Rage Over Utility Rate Hikes Driven by Green Mandates**
Residents in Lansing, Michigan, are sounding the alarm as utility rates soar, largely the result of burdensome green energy mandates enacted by the Democrat-controlled state legislature.
This week, news broke that Lansing's municipal utility, the Board of Water and Light (BWL), is set to implement its sixth utility rate hike since 2018.
The pain is palpable for residents already grappling with the consequences of the Biden administration's reckless economic policies, which have amplified inflation across the nation.
Local leaders and residents alike are waking up to the harsh reality that far-left environmental regulations are compounding their economic strain.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's recent mandate stipulates that the state must derive 50% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030, with a dizzying goal of achieving 100% by 2040.
Such drastic measures have already cost the Lansing area an estimated $260 million to meet just 21% of that goal, leaving many residents concerned about both their monthly bills and the reliability of their energy supply.
“Furious” is how one resident, Marshall Gurd, described his feelings about the rising costs. He succinctly stated, "Can we really afford four more years with this party in office? Gas, food, rent, and utilities—the list goes on and on."
Behind these utility hikes lies a broader trend of ‘green elitism,’ wherein state policies appear to prioritize renewable energy sources over the practical needs of citizens. State Representative Steve Carra (R) highlighted that this is not simply corporate greed but sheer political overreach dictated by those pushing for renewable energy at all costs.
In a town that has historically leaned Democratic, the palpable discontent is evident. Many Lansing residents are contemplating leaving the city, driven not just by rising utility costs, but also by a deep-seated frustration with policies that seem disconnected from the needs of everyday people.
The utility rate increases are staggering: a proposed 6.95% hike for electricity this year, followed by another 6% next year, along with additional increases in water and other services. With average monthly bills reported as much as double what the state’s statistics suggest, residents are left questioning the true cost of the state’s renewable energy compliance.
Critics of the plan argue that Michigan's geographical limitations—being one of the cloudiest states in the nation—render such renewable goals both impractical and immensely costly. The push for wind and solar power comes at a time when residents are already suffering under the weight of inflation, which, according to many, is not fully reflected in government reports.
Local Democrats, however, appear undeterred. Despite mounting public fury, the Lansing Board of Water and Light's six-member commission, appointed by the city's Democrat mayor, approved the proposed rate hikes with a 5-1 vote.
As speaker after speaker lined up to voice their concerns publicly, the chasm between what residents want and what state policymakers are delivering couldn’t be more pronounced.
In an age where financial stability and energy reliability are paramount, Lansing residents are confronting the harsh realities of government mandates that prioritize political agendas over the welfare of those they serve.
The growing backlash against these policies is a clear message: Michiganders are fed up with being forced to foot the bill for impractical and ideological energy solutions that do little to ease their financial burdens.
It remains to be seen how long this discontent will simmer before it boils over into significant political change as the 2024 elections approach.
Sources:
thegatewaypundit.com
thegatewaypundit.com
zerohedge.com
Residents in Lansing, Michigan, are sounding the alarm as utility rates soar, largely the result of burdensome green energy mandates enacted by the Democrat-controlled state legislature.
This week, news broke that Lansing's municipal utility, the Board of Water and Light (BWL), is set to implement its sixth utility rate hike since 2018.
The pain is palpable for residents already grappling with the consequences of the Biden administration's reckless economic policies, which have amplified inflation across the nation.
Local leaders and residents alike are waking up to the harsh reality that far-left environmental regulations are compounding their economic strain.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's recent mandate stipulates that the state must derive 50% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030, with a dizzying goal of achieving 100% by 2040.
Such drastic measures have already cost the Lansing area an estimated $260 million to meet just 21% of that goal, leaving many residents concerned about both their monthly bills and the reliability of their energy supply.
“Furious” is how one resident, Marshall Gurd, described his feelings about the rising costs. He succinctly stated, "Can we really afford four more years with this party in office? Gas, food, rent, and utilities—the list goes on and on."
Behind these utility hikes lies a broader trend of ‘green elitism,’ wherein state policies appear to prioritize renewable energy sources over the practical needs of citizens. State Representative Steve Carra (R) highlighted that this is not simply corporate greed but sheer political overreach dictated by those pushing for renewable energy at all costs.
In a town that has historically leaned Democratic, the palpable discontent is evident. Many Lansing residents are contemplating leaving the city, driven not just by rising utility costs, but also by a deep-seated frustration with policies that seem disconnected from the needs of everyday people.
The utility rate increases are staggering: a proposed 6.95% hike for electricity this year, followed by another 6% next year, along with additional increases in water and other services. With average monthly bills reported as much as double what the state’s statistics suggest, residents are left questioning the true cost of the state’s renewable energy compliance.
Critics of the plan argue that Michigan's geographical limitations—being one of the cloudiest states in the nation—render such renewable goals both impractical and immensely costly. The push for wind and solar power comes at a time when residents are already suffering under the weight of inflation, which, according to many, is not fully reflected in government reports.
Local Democrats, however, appear undeterred. Despite mounting public fury, the Lansing Board of Water and Light's six-member commission, appointed by the city's Democrat mayor, approved the proposed rate hikes with a 5-1 vote.
As speaker after speaker lined up to voice their concerns publicly, the chasm between what residents want and what state policymakers are delivering couldn’t be more pronounced.
In an age where financial stability and energy reliability are paramount, Lansing residents are confronting the harsh realities of government mandates that prioritize political agendas over the welfare of those they serve.
The growing backlash against these policies is a clear message: Michiganders are fed up with being forced to foot the bill for impractical and ideological energy solutions that do little to ease their financial burdens.
It remains to be seen how long this discontent will simmer before it boils over into significant political change as the 2024 elections approach.
Sources:
thegatewaypundit.com
thegatewaypundit.com
zerohedge.com
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