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Heat Wave Hits Energy Bills Hard | Dayton News
With scorching heatwaves driving up electricity bills—average households now facing nearly $800 to stay cool, a 10% jump from last year—the push for clean energy is hitting a boiling point. Politicians blame wind and solar for soaring costs, but experts argue the real culprits are wildfires, aging infrastructure, inflation, and grid modernization. Cities are urging residents to crank thermostats up to 78 degrees to ease strain, highlighting the tough balancing act between affordability, reliability, and climate goals—making this a voter issue that’s only going to get louder. Listen in…
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