Regulations, Inflation, and Rising Energy Costs
You may have noticed over the past year the rising energy costs in your area. If so, you’re not the only one. After many were forced to stay home for…
Why Compare Electric Companies?
If you’re living in a deregulated electricity market and have been using the same energy supplier for the past couple of years, then it might be time to shop for…
Factors That Impact Electricity Rates
Have you ever received an electric bill to find the energy rate went up by more than 200%? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. This seems to be a…
How to Compare Electricity Rates
If you’re moving out on your own for the first time or you’ve lived in a regulated electricity market for most of your life, then you will need to learn…
The Hidden Costs of Electricity Rates
It happens all the time. You’re browsing online for energy plans and spot a low electric rate on top of the page and quickly sign up for it thinking you…
Emergency Supplies to Have During a Power Outage
It can be easy to forget how much we depend on electricity for everyday life. Experiencing a power outage can quickly make you realize how much our standard of living…
NRG Energy Acquires Direct Energy in $3.625 Billion Deal
NRG Energy (NYSE: NRG) will acquire Direct Energy, a North American subsidiary of U.K. based Centrica PLC (OTC: CPYYF) in a 3.625 billion-dollar deal that is expected to close by…
Energy Choice Guide 101
Energy choice or energy deregulation is spreading across the nation. Florida is the most recent state to push for the customer’s right to choose but is meeting strong resistance from…
Electricity Rates by State
Last update: July 2021If you’re reading this, you’re most likely trying to figure out which state has the cheapest electricity rates. Electricity rates by state can vary sharply. Many large…
The Price-to-Compare and Energy Savings
The price-to-compare (PTC) is the rate the local distribution company (LDC) charges for the generation portion of the electric bill. This is the charge a business can compare when shopping…