Concrete plant in Daytona Beach getting screwed by FPL. They moved client from Rate Schedule GSD-1 to GSLD-1 claiming higher usage qualified for large general service. Problem is GSLD-1 has much higher demand charges. Monthly bill went from $45K to $63K average.
FPL industrial rate shenanigans
Check the tariff thresholds carefully. FPL's GSLD-1 is supposed to be for customers over 500kW demand OR 200,000 kWh monthly usage. If they don't meet both consistently, they should stay on GSD-1.
Also check if they qualify for any special industrial rates. Virginia has manufacturing rates that are much better than standard commercial. Florida might have similar programs.
FPL tried same thing with auto parts manufacturer in Charlotte. We proved their demand only peaked above 500kW during summer months. PSC ruled they could stay on lower rate year-round. File a complaint if needed.
Document the seasonal nature of their load. Concrete plants often have lower demand in winter. If annual average demand is under threshold, they should qualify for lower rate class.
Rate classification disputes are common with seasonal industrial loads. Key is understanding the tariff language and whether thresholds must be met consistently or just occasionally. File formal complaint with Florida PSC if informal resolution fails.
Update: FPL agreed to put them back on GSD-1 after we showed 8 months of data proving demand under 500kW threshold. Getting refund for overbilled months. Sometimes just showing the data is enough.