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[–] LordCrom@lemmy.world 11 points 1 day ago

In Florida I'm calling out FPL the local power company.

You would think in Florida having solar panels is a no brainer, but FPL fought it for years.

FPL successfully lobbied to have insurance companies deny coverage if panels are installed on a roof. You can't get windstorm insurance with panels unless you paythrought the nose.

FPL successfully lobbied to force homeowners with powerwalls and panels to take out a 1 million dollar insurance policy payable to FPL in case there's an accident that damages the grid....an accident that has never happened, ever.

FPL then has the gall to advertise solar energy and all the benefits, you can sign up for solar power provided by FPL for a slight increase in your bill to help the environment.

Mother fucking FPL