Save Money and Energy in CT This year’s winter might be hard on CT energy customers. Winter bills are expected to be 30% higher than last year. Of course, this includes the electricity rates charged by CT’s utility companies. In fact, Eversource’s supply rates will spike on January 1st. But, there are programs available now […]
Stay alert if Electric Suppliers Leave It has been a busy winter season for PURA and CT energy customers. But rate increases aren’t the only thing on everyone’s minds. Recently, some energy companies announced that they are leaving CT entirely and that leaves their customers with questions about what they can do. While these customers […]
Eversource Deal Provides Bill Credits You might recall the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias. Over 675,000 Eversource and UI customers experienced extended outages. As a result, the PURA imposed a fine on both utilities due to their poor response to the storm. This fine led to utility bill credits for customers in their August electric bills. Yet, while Eversource […]
Legislators Accept PURA-Proposed Fine More good news are coming to CT’s electricity ratepayers. CT electricity consumers can expect small discounts in their upcoming electricity bills. These discounts come when CT consumers get utility bill credits this month. The credits are due to PURA fining both Eversource and UI for last year’s power outages. Causes for […]
Retailer Response to PURA Hearings Last month, we reported on how energy consumers can expect the new law HB 6526 protect their wallets. The law sets new rules and practices for all energy suppliers. One of the biggest changes is the the ban on early termination fees (ETFs). The new law also voids all current variable rate plans. For […]
News for CT Electric Plans On July 7, 2021, Governor Lamont signed HB 6526 into law. This law changes Early Termination Fees (ETFs), variable rates, and other rules. As a result, the state’s energy customers now face clearer choices for their CT electric plans. Benefits of ETFs Ban Before HB 6526, fixed rate contracts often […]
Shop Best CT Electric Rates Last month, Eversource announced its request to hike electric supply rates. While Eversource’s website hasn’t listed new summer rates and the PURA has not yet agreed, there’s always the possibility of a hike. That’s why savvy energy shoppers are searching for the best electricity rates. Now is great time to explore […]
Proposed Eversource Rate Increase 2021 Eversource has visited CT regulators about a new request for electrical rate increases. Lawmakers have concerns about this request, especially due to the pandemic. PURA will have plenty to consider and discuss. But customers want to know why Eversource attempts to raise electric supply rates? Eversource Explains CT Rate Increase […]
PURA Suspends Eversource Rate Increase Eversource customers have seen their first bills since the July 1 delivery rate hike, and they are not happy. Despite the July 1st supply charge default rate decrease, many households are reporting unusually high bills. Some Eversource customers have even said that their bills rose over $100 beyond expectations. The high […]
Energy Shopping During Moratorium We’re only a week away from the end of the current Shutoff Moratorium on July 1. That means that many CT residents might be worrying about how they can pay their CT Utility Bill with all the debt that’s accrued. But United Illuminating (UI) has stepped up and announced a payment plan […]
