I am a 58-year-old mother working from home while caring for my developmentally disabled adult daughter. My job requires my computer to be constantly running, consuming significant electricity. Despite my efforts to provide for my family, the rising utility bills have become a burden that's often difficult to manage, given my personal health challenges and the cost of caregiving.

This issue extends beyond just my home. With the substantial increase in remote work, millions of Americans find themselves in similar situations. According to recent reports by the Pew Research Center, approximately 20% of all professionals in the United States are now working full-time from home, a trend that has led to significantly higher household electricity consumption.

Electricity used for computers, heating, cooling, and lighting quickly adds up. The US Energy Information Administration highlights that residential sectors now account for 39% of electricity use, a rise influenced by increased home-based work.

Many people are struggling to balance utility costs with other living expenses, especially those living paycheck to paycheck, making economic relief crucial. Therefore, we call upon electric companies to step up and offer practical solutions to support work-from-home individuals.

We propose subsidies or discounted pricing schemes specifically for remote workers, similar to how some companies offer discounted rates for low-income households. These subsidies could be structured as monthly discounts or annual rebates based on demonstrated work-from-home needs, verifiable by employment evidence or self-employment tax status.

Implementing such measures would relieve not just financial burdens but also mental stress for countless families, allowing them to focus on their professional commitments and personal lives.

We urge power companies and regulators to recognize the changing working landscape and align their policies to be more supportive of this sustainable way of working. Sign this petition to demand that electric companies provide a subsidy or discount for people who work from home. Together, let's push for solutions that acknowledge our modern realities and support those striving to make a living while caring for loved ones.