aussie,
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Yes they do actually, for the domestic power and lighting sockets are seen as an endless source of power by most consumers, totally ignorant of where it comes from. Not only that, it is their right to consume as much as they wish and it's up to governments to supply more with the condition that the generating plant is located in someone else's backyard.
At one time, I'm sure, it used to be looked upon as a priviledge to have an electricity supply into your home.
That has all gone out the window these days with all our modern conveniences and the like.
During the recent snow-storm here, it became apparent just how much people can get wound-up when thier beloved electricity isn't there at the flick of a switch.
I have to agree with your comments, aussie, but if people don't like it, maybe they should consider becoming independant from the grid.
Let them see how hard it is to maintain a reliable supply 24/7.
A mate of mine, had his Power Company service dropped last week, he is now independant of the Grid and the Solar gear he is using has paid for itself.
A few whiners here in NZ could take a leaf out of his book.
And of course aussie, the Government and the National Grid owners must be blamed, they are the ones at fault for not keeping up with any upgrades or new lines, regardless of renegade land owners or environmentalists and thier lawyers. [Linked Image]