On Saturday, September 15, 2012 12:05:15 PM UTC-4, iBoaterer wrote:
In article , says... On Saturday, September 15, 2012 10:38:48 AM UTC-4, iBoaterer wrote: It's because of the antiquated grid, and of course you anti-technology righties don't want to even think about fixing it with smart grids. Smart grid controls distribution. We have plenty of distribution, we lack generation. Smart grid technology works primarily by turning off demand, preventing you from washing clothes or heating water during peak power demands. Smart grid technology doesn't fix the lack of generation, it prevents consumers from overwhelming it. So, with smart grid, when you plug your electric car in it either won't charge, or your washer/dryer will shut down. Look it up.

BULL****!!!!!
http://energy.gov/oe/technology-development/smart-grid

"A key feature of the smart grid is automation technology that lets the utility adjust and control each individual device or millions of devices from a central location."