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Policymakers should refrain from approving utility requests to join a regional transmission organization (RTO) or independent system operator (ISO) if they have not

Policymakers should ensure that smart-grid technology makes the grid more efficient, reliable, and secure. The grid should also be better connected. 

Policymakers should ensure that smart-meter proposals: 

Policymakers should prohibit any time-of-use metering and billing program that is likely to: 

Policymakers in states without retail energy competition should refrain from introducing it. Strong regulatory oversight is essential to ensure consumer protections. 

Policymakers should engage in evidence-based, transparent planning and decision-making when considering upgrades to the electric grid.

Policymakers should ensure adequate, potable, and affordable water for everyone. 

Policymakers should determine what sources of financing are in the best interest of ratepayers and taxpayers.

Regulators should help the water industry realize economies of scale. They should consider consolidation, technological innovations, and other methods to control costs.