About the Division of the Public Advocate
The Division of the Public Advocate (DPA) was established in 1978 after public outcry over steadily and sharply increasing electricity rates. In establishing the DPA, the General Assembly charged the Public Advocate with representing consumer interests whenever PSC-regulated utility companies in Delaware seek changes in the delivery of services or changes in rates for electric […]
Opposition of Cost Allocation
This morning, Public Advocate Drew Slater sent a letter to PJM ahead of their board meeting later this week opposing the cost allocation of the Artificial Island project. You can read the letter here.
News Journal Article on Artificial Island
The News Journal wrote an article on Artificial Island and the cost to consumers. We appreciate them bringing this important issue to the forefront to inform consumers of the $2-$4 cost per month for the next 40 years. You can read the article here .
Artificial Island Proposal
This morning the DPA had the opportunity to attend the Regional Legislative Electronic Transmission Cost Equity Committee meeting in the Senate Chamber. This meeting was called by the co-chairs, Senator McDowell and Representative Paradee, to hear from PJM on the Artificial Island proposal. We were afforded the opportunity for public comments and our comments are […]
Update on Electric Outages
UPDATE on electric outage: DPL has restored power to 90 percent of the reported outages.
Stella Storm Power Outages
There are more than 30,000 DPL customers without power in New Castle County due to the Stella storm. If you are experiencing an outage, call 1-800-898-8042. More information to follow here and on Facebook.
Article About Artificial Island Project
An article from Delaware Public Media relating to the Artificial Island Project. PJM revives Artificial Island project.
Proposal to Move Forward With the LS Power Project
The DPA participated in the Transmission Expansion Advisory Committee (TEAC) meeting where PJM Staff introduced their proposal to move forward with the LS Power project at Artificial Island at the reduced cost of $278 million (the cost was originally over $400 million). Drew Slater and Ruth Ann Price were in attendance asking many questions, specifically […]
New Facebook Profile for Public Advocate
In an effort to improve openness and share advocacy updates on your behalf, we joined Facebook. Check out our Facebook page for news and updates.
Andrew Slater Sworn in as Public Advocate
By appointment of the Governor and confirmation of the Senate, Andrew Slater was sworn in as the Public Advocate taking the place of the retiring Dave Bonar.
