Federal Trade Commission Consumer Advice Sunday kicked off the 2023 National Consumer Protection Week. NCPW is an annual event where government agencies, consumer protection groups, and organizations the ACCES work together to share information about consumer rights and help people learn to spot, report, and avoid scams. Follow along on our ACCES Facebook page for tips…
MDPSC Energy User Tool
The Maryland Public Service Commission is now available for use by consumers. The shopping page was developed to allow consumers to comparison shop and better understand their energy options. By: Energy Choice Matters __________________________________________ The Maryland Public Service Commission has launched a new one-stop energy shopping web page – MDEnergyChoice.com – to help residential utility…
View this News Release (external link)ACCES Quarterly Consumer Newsletter: Energy in a time of Covid-19
This week, ACCES published its Spring 2020 newsletter about energy choice options available for consumers. The American Coalition of Competitive Energy Suppliers and its members hope this update finds you, your family, and your co-workers safe and healthy during this uncertain time. ACCES is committed to providing educational content for energy consumers and understands that…
View this News Release (external link)Pennsylvania PUC Annual Utility Wise Education Events
The Pennsylvania Public Service Commission released information and the schedule for its “Be Utility Wise” consumer-education events. These events are intended to help community organizations understand utility programs available in their communities. Pennsylvania Public Service Commission Contact: Consumer Ed @ PA.gov The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) begins its annual “Be Utility Wise” consumer-education events…
View this News Release (external link)Ways to prepare now to keep winter utility bills manageable
The Michigan Public Service Commission details money-saving tips for the upcoming heating season. Michigan Public Service Commission Contact: Matt Helms With summer drawing to an end, now is a good time to think about winter and heating your home.The Michigan Public Service Commission today is urging Michiganders to plan ahead to make sure your utility…
View this News Release (external link)Switching to a competitive supplier could cost you, data shows
This study reinforces the importance of consumer education – ensuring that potential customers understand the offer and contract terms, as well as having the tools to seek out reputable suppliers. WPRI Contact: Susan Campbell Frank Caliva, a spokesperson for the American Coalition of Competitive Energy Suppliers, said the ACCES does not take positions on specific…
View this News Release (external link)Quarterly Consumer Update: Consumer Focus Group – The Power of Choice
Last summer, ACCES released a whitepaper detailing the findings of its survey which measured awareness and understanding of energy choice in several U.S. markets. The results were overwhelmingly in favor of consumers being given competitive choices to meet their energy needs. Survey results and statistics are helpful tools to understand a question on a broad…
View this News Release (external link)Join ACCES for the premiere of its consumer focus group video
The American Coalition of Competitive Energy Suppliers (ACCES) is releasing a new focus group video, The Power of Choice, on its website on March 28 at 1:00 PM ET. ACCES recently hosted and filmed a focus group for the video. The focus group followed last year’s white paper release that examined consumer awareness of energy…
Quarterly Consumer Newsletter: Enroll With Your Wallet
The most recent issue of ACCES’ Quarterly Consumer Newsletter series explains a new enrollment procedure known as Enroll With Your Wallet. A full copy of the issue is available here. Sign up for future issues of the Quarterly Consumer Newsletter here. Imagine if, in search of a new mobile phone plan or cable TV package,…
View this News Release (external link)Utility Questions or Concerns? Contact the PUCO
PUCO issues press release urging consumers to contact the PUCO call center for any issues surrounding their utility, help choosing a supplier, and for tips on how to save money on energy bills. Public Utility Commission of Ohio Contact: Matt Schilling The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) urges consumers to contact the PUCO Call…
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