Feb. 29, 2016, Washington, DC – To further expand its mission of providing clear and accurate information about energy choice to consumers, the media, and policymakers across the country, the American Coalition of Competitive Energy Suppliers (“ACCES”) announces the launch of its website redesign: www.competitiveenergy.org. The website redesign enhances consumer navigation and engagement, enabling visitors…
ACCES chats with host L.A. Tarone of WILK 103.1 FM in PA on consumer rights, smart meters, and more
On February 18, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath was a guest on the WILK 103.1 FM program, the L.A. Tarone Show, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Meath answered questions from folks calling into the show asking about consumers’ rights as energy consumers, how smart meters work and how they can help consumers take greater control of their energy…
Discussing the benefits of energy choice with News Radio 790 WAEB in Allentown, PA
On February 1, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath was a guest on News Radio 790 WAEB in Allentown, PA, talking energy choice with host Bobby Gunther. Meath helped explain the different roles between the competitive energy supplier and the local utility. Traditionally, electric and natural gas consumers did not have a choice in Pennsylvania as to…
ACCES talks energy choice and consumer protection in Connecticut with WJJF – CBS News 94.9 FM
On January 25, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath was a guest on the WJJF – CBS News Now 94.9 FM program, The Lee Elici Show, talking energy choice and consumer protection in Connecticut and New York. “Thinking back to several decades ago, when buying your home, you only had one choice when it came to who…
We’re in Batavia, NY, talking about shopping for energy and consumer protection
We’re in Batavia, New York, talking about shopping for energy, and among other topics, how to have effective conversations with sales agents knocking at your door and telemarketers calling your homes. These sales agents, representing competitive energy suppliers, seek to offer consumers different energy products and services that the consumer can select from, allowing the…
Take Control of Your Energy Bill this Winter
We all spend time each year reviewing healthcare plans, cell phone carrier service, and auto insurance coverage. But what about energy providers? With several different options for service that suits individual needs, it’s equally important to consider the options available when it comes to controlling energy bills. As winter is (finally) upon us, many homeowners…
Interview with Chicago WIND 560 AM
On December 27, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath discussed energy choice with host Shalom Klein of Chicago WIND 560 AM’s Get Down to Business. With energy choice available in Illinois, consumers have the freedom to shop for their own energy to power, cool, and heat their homes and businesses. “Energy choice places the consumer in the…
Interview with WJIM Michigan Talk Network, talking about the energy choices available to consumers
On December 9, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath talked energy choice with host Steve Gruber of the WJIM Michigan Talk Network. Meath discussed energy choice in Michigan and the options available to consumers to meet their energy needs. “The more options you have, then the greater the opportunity to take control of your energy bills,” said…
ACCES interviews with SiriusXM Satellite’s Morning Briefing show, discussing energy choice
Click here to listen to ACCES spokesman Michael Meath interviewed by Morning Briefing host Tim Farley. On November 3, ACCES spokesman Michael Meath talked with host Tim Farley of SiriusXM Satellite Radio POTUS Channel’s Morning Briefing show. Meath discussed energy choice and the options available to consumers to meet their energy needs. Today energy choice programs allow customers to shop around…
ACCES Convenes Annual Meeting in Washington D.C.
November 23, 2015, Washington, DC – The American Coalition of Competitive Energy Suppliers (“ACCES”), the nation’s leading supplier-led organization dedicated to consumer education on energy choice, recently held its annual meeting in Washington, DC. During the meeting, outreach and campaign measures for 2016 were adopted. Areas of focus include expanded education consumer outreach across deregulated…