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A “smart” electrical grid uses technological innovation to improve the system’s function.

For most consumers, electricity prices do not reflect the rise and fall in production costs. Costs fluctuate throughout the day as the demand for electricity changes.

Traditionally, both gas and electric utilities have been monopolies subject to government regulation.

In all states that have restructured their natural gas or electric utility industries, except Texas, residential customers are offered standard offer service.

Water is essential for drinking, cooking, and basic hygiene and sanitation.

Policymakers should protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices.

Policymakers and the private sector should ensure that products, services, and emerging technologies are created using u

Policymakers and the private sector should ensure that the benefits of the sharing economy extend to older adults and traditionally underserved market populations.

Individual homeowners, particularly older homeowners, should be able to generate income by renting out their properties on a short-term basis. In espe

Policymakers and the private sector should ensure affordable access to essential products and services during declared emergencies.