[m463]

It seems many markets have punitive pricing on electricity, california being one egregious example.

In most places, if you buy more of something, you are a good customer, it is usually more economical to sell to you and you get a discount.

In california people who use more kilowatts, pay more.

[Rygian]

Punitive pricing is a great thing.

The less energy you spend to deliver value, the better for everyone.

[m463]

I can think of many many examples of using electricity as a greater value to society than not using it.

[Rygian]

You misread my comment.

If someone can deliver the same greater value to society using less electricity than you, they should be rewarded.