Choosing Fixed 100% Green Electric Rate Many energy shoppers want to choose renewable energy electric plans for their homes. But many of these plans have high supply charges that makes the choice to go green difficult for many homes. That’s why when we find a green energy plan that’s really worth your time, we have […]
Choosing the Best Electric Supplier in Hartford, CT When you are searching for the best electric suppliers in Hartford, CT, what factors do you look for? Smart energy shoppers start by searching for lower rates, better customer service, and risk-free terms and services. But wading through the options to find the best 12-month fixed rates […]
Landscape Savings Energize Your CT Home On Earth Day, many folks take a moment to reflect on how they use energy. Some homeowners will try to recycle more, some will switch over to LED light bulbs, and some may even begin composting their kitchen scraps. While these are all great things to do, one of […]
Are Connecticut electricity consumers paying too much? The Office of Consumer Counsel (OCC) is looking to end residential electric choice for Connecticut. Elin Katz, a longtime opponent of competitive electricity suppliers, claims that consumers are facing financial hardships because they’re paying more with third-party providers compared to the utilities’ standard service offers (SSO). But is […]
Why ban choice in CT’s electric market? On February 4, 2019, Connecticut Consumer Counsel Elin Swanson Katz, alongside U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal and other consumer advocates called on Connecticut legislators to end residential electric choice. They claim it is economically harming consumers and have drafted a bill to end it. What is wrong with residential […]
What is PURA considering for Connecticut electricity consumers? Customers have complained that several third-party energy suppliers that are not complying with a state order to disclose upcoming rates to customers on their electricity bills. Now the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is now deciding what to do about it. What is the state order that […]
What is happening with Connecticut’s offshore wind farm? Ørsted US Offshore Wind announced on December 20, 2018, that its Revolution Wind offshore wind farm received approval from Connecticut regulators for its 20-year power-purchase agreement (PPA). The wind farm will soon supply electricity to the state’s two utilities, Eversource and United Illuminating (UI). What does this […]
What is happening to save Millstone nuclear power plant? On December 28, 2018, Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced that the state of Connecticut selected a 10-year bid for power from the Millstone nuclear plant as a zero-carbon electricity-generating resource. This, along with other zero-carbon power, will make up 45% of the state’s electricity load. What […]
Can I save money on my energy bill this holiday season? Who doesn’t enjoy festive lighting as the Christmas season rolls around? The joy on faces of young and old is undeniable, but seeing the bill come in after can still cause quite a shock. The U.S. uses more electricity on their Christmas lights than […]
How high will my rates rise? It’s enough to make you scream! Just in time for the holiday season, Eversource will be raising its standard service generation rates on Connecticut and Massachusetts rate payers . Connecticut residents will see increases of 18.8% to 10.1 cents per kWh. Meanwhile, those in Massachusetts will face a 20% […]
