Indiana’s consumer-owned electric cooperatives and municipal electric utilities have formed a partnership to inform Hoosiers about proposed carbon legislation proposals and its potential impact on Indian’s electric rates.

Congress is currently considering legislation designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that could increase Indiana consumers’ electric bills by more than $50 a month. The proposal will particularly impact states that rely on coal-fired generation, especially Indiana where 94 percent of electricity comes from coal.

The Indiana Partnership for Fair & Affordable Energy supports responsible carbon legislation and public policy that achieves carbon reductions at an affordable cost for consumers and with minimal economic impact. To educate consumers about the proposed legislation and its impact, the Partnership recently launched a statewide television advertising campaign and website at www.FairPowerNow.org. Hoosiers can support fair carbon legislation that balances environment goals with consumer affordability by signing a petition, contacting elected officials, and sharing the message with friends and family.

To learn more about carbon tax proposals, the impact on Hoosiers and the Indiana consumer owned power partnership, go to www.FairPowerNow.org.