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72% of Nevadans Said Break the Monopoly. Then $63 Million Said No.
In 2016, Nevada voters overwhelmingly approved Question 3 to end NV Energy's monopoly. A constitutional technicality gave the monopoly a second chance — and $63 million was enough to override the will of the people.
Delayed, Sued, and Still Coming: The Legal Battle Over NV Energy's Demand Charge
NV Energy's demand charge has been delayed twice, declared illegal by the Attorney General, challenged in court by Vote Solar and Earthjustice, and questioned by a state lawmaker who says it violates a 2013 law. So why is it still happening?
Your Highest 15 Minutes: How NV Energy Wants to Charge You for Being Home
NV Energy is introducing the nation's first residential demand charge — a billing model that penalizes families based on their single highest 15-minute window of electricity use each day. Run the AC and the dryer at the same time? That moment sets your bill for the day.