Last month, the California Public Utilities Commission together with the California Energy Commission held an en banc hearing on the changing state of retail electric choice in California. In addition to presentations on community solar programs and California’s renewable energy portfolio standards, CPUC Staff presented its white paper, Consumer and Retail Choice, the Role of the…
Survey Shows Consumers Strongly Support Maintaining Existing Energy Choice, ACCES Says
Energy Choice Matters, the leading retail energy trade publication, published a recap of ACCES’ consumer survey and white paper, The Power of Choice: Consumer Preferences on Energy Choice in Florida and Ohio. ACCES spokesman, Michael Meath explained that the survey found, “no matter whether consumers have had choice for a number of years, such as in…
View this News Release (external link)Survey: Floridians prefer ability to choose energy provider
The Pensacola News-Journal published a follow-up to its investigative feature story on May 19 on Florida’s non-competitive electricity model with a recap of ACCES’ consumer survey and white paper, The Power of Choice: Consumer Preferences on Energy Choice in Florida and Ohio. ACCES spokesman, Michael Meath explained respondents’ views on the role of the Florida PUC while…
View this News Release (external link)When it comes to retail energy, Florida is no competitor
The Pensacola News-Journal published an investigative feature story on May 19 that compares Florida’s non-competitive electricity model with the Texas competitive retail electricity market. The article considers the economic effects of competition, and the reasoning behind why utility monopolies have persisted in Florida. ACCES’ Frank Caliva commented on the policymaking process for Florida, or other…
View this News Release (external link)Spring and Summer Energy Saving Tips from the Department of Energy
Anticipating rising temperatures, rising air conditioner usage, and rising bills, the DOE issued tips for consumers to save on energy costs while still keeping their homes cool. Included are tips for long-term energy efficiency such as an energy audit. US Department of Energy www.energy.gov USE YOUR WINDOWS TO GAIN COOL AIR AND KEEP OUT HEAT: If…
View this News Release (external link)What Will Nevada’s Nevada’s Energy Market Look Like if a Deregulation Ballot Measure Passes in 2018?
A committee, chaired by Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison, and made up of lawmakers, energy experts and business representatives, has been established to determine elements of Nevada’s energy market if the deregulation ballot measure passes in 2018. Issues include the market structure design, whether Nevada should enter the wholesale market and ending NV Energy’s monopoly. The proposed constitutional…
View this News Release (external link)The Pennsylvania PAPUC Office of Competitive Market Oversight offers tips on door-to-door sales
The PAPUC issued a consumer press release offering tips on door-to-door sales and consumer’s rights when it comes to shopping for energy with a competitive supplier. Chairman Brown advised consumers to immediately seek proper identification before engaging a salesperson. Brown noted that regulations require agents who conduct door-to-door activities, or appear at public events, to wear…
View this News Release (external link)A Newcomers Guide to Picking Your Texas Electricity Provider: The Real Power of Choice
Relocating to Texas – how does one go about choosing a Texas electricity provider? Critera can include optimal service, rewards and bill credits, community-minded companies, and green products. PaperCity Mag: The Best of Houston Choice is a powerful thing. Having a good one can change your way of looking at the world. Newcomers to Texas might…
View this News Release (external link)Study: Lack of competition to blame for Ohio electricity cost increases
A new study by Ohio State University says most of the electricity cost increases in the state since 2008 are due to a lack of competition in the market. Midwest Energy News Contact: Kathiann M. Kowalski With Ohio’s energy and energy efficiency standards again under attack, a new policy paper from Ohio State University attributes…
View this News Release (external link)Will California consider full retail electricity choice?
California’s top regulator says it’s time to consider full retail electricity choice. Green Tech Media Contact: Stephen Lacey As if California’s electric grid isn’t already changing fast enough, the state’s leading regulator says it’s probably time to change even faster. In an interview on this week’s Interchange podcast, Michael Picker, president of the California Public Utilities…
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