Energy Choice Industry News

Guest Column in the Ohio Department of Aging: Using Energy Choice to live well in Retirement

Chairman Asim Haque of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio issued a guest column in the Ohio’s Department of Aging News section, informing Ohio senior citizens about the numerous energy choices available to them in order for senior citizens to take greater control of their electric and natural gas services by shopping for the energy plan that best…

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The New Hampshire Union Leader highlights consumer rights when shopping for energy

The New Hampshire Union Leader discusses the importance of being an informed consumer when it comes to assessing the different energy options to power, cool, and heat your home and business. New Hampshire Union Leader Contact: Dave Soloman Dave Solomon’s Power Plays: Read the fine print before switching power provider. If you are an electricity customer…

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Ohio Public Utility Commission provides definitions to common utility bill terms

On May 19 the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio issued an explainer on the different utility bill terms to help consumers better understand the informaton disclosed in their energy bills. Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Contact: Matt Schilling COLUMBUS, OHIO (May 19, 2016) – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) wants to help Ohio consumers…

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Pennsylvania PUC Advises Consumers that May is National Electric Safety Month

The Pennsylvania PUC updated their website to include consumer information on electric safety. As a reminder, any outages or equipment issues should be reported to the local utility. Public Utilities Commission of Pennsylvania Contact: Robin Tilly Electric Safety The PUC formed its Electric Safety Division (ESD) in 2014, and is currently a part of the…

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Ohio Public Utilities Commission Offers Electrical Safety Tips

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio is sharing safety facts and usage during Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Contact: Matt Schilling COLUMBUS, OHIO (May 5, 2016) – In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month this May, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) offers tips to stay safe when working around electricity, indoors and outdoors. Electricity…

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Ohio Commission reminds residents of their choices as energy consumers

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio issued a news release informing Ohioans of the energy choices available in order for consumers to take better control over their energy bill. Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Contact: Matt Schilling COLUMBUS, OHIO (April 7, 2016) – For more than 100 years, energy in Ohio — electric and natural…

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Maryland Advances Community Solar Pilot Program

The Maryland Public Service Commission announced its proposed regulations that aim to establish the state’s first community solar pilot program, enabling Maryland consumers to more readily access solar electricity without having to psychically install solar panels on their roofs. Maryland Public Service Commission Contact: Tori Leonard (BALTIMORE, MD—February 26, 2016) – The Maryland Public Service…

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Ohio PUC offers energy choice tips

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio provides tips to consumers to help them make educated decisions when it comes to meeting their energy needs. Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Contact: Matt Schilling COLUMBUS, OHIO (Feb. 25, 2016) – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) encourages Ohio’s utility consumers to be informed when considering energy…

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PUC Offers Natural Gas Safety Tips Related to Heavy Snow

The Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission offers tips to residents on natural gas safety during Winter Storm Sandy. Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission Contact: Nils Hagen-Frederiksen HARRISBURG – As residents across much of Pennsylvania brace for significant snowfall this weekend, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) offered some safety tips for those using natural gas appliances: Keep outside…

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PUC Offers Winter Storm Tips; Reminds Residents to Prepare, Report Outages and Consider Safety

The Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission issued a press release informing residents to be prepared for the upcoming winter storm this weekend and offered pre-storm tips as well as what do when one loses power at their home. Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Contact: Nils Hagen-Frederiksen HARRISBURG – As residents across Pennsylvania prepare for the first major winter…

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