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Retail Energy Supply Association Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its Executive Director RESA Reflects on Milestones and Achievements Over the Past Two Decades (Harrisburg, PA) May 17, 2021 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, honors 20 years of service from its executive director, Tracy...

The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) advocates for consumers to have the power of choice when it comes to selecting their energy provider. Consumer education is important, as customers need to understand their available options so they can pick a plan that works best for their budget and energy usage.  Fixed-Rate Products Description: A  retail electric...

Blog by RESA member, Constellation Original post COMPETITIVE ACCESS PROGRAMS: AN OPTION FOR BUSINESSES IN NON-CHOICE STATES Many states participate in energy choice, allowing consumers to select a competitive electricity supplier of their choice. In the states that do not offer electricity choice, large businesses have been clamoring for more options to better control their...

Join the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 11 a.m. ET for a virtual POWER TRIP! We’ll be hosting an online watch party for Jonathan Scott’s Power Trip documentary. Register here. The documentary follows Property Brother’s co-host and renovation expert to uncover why solar energy is not available to all. See the electrifying trailer here!...

The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is celebrating Earth Day this year by sharing some tips on how to reduce your energy footprint and lower your monthly bills. Here are some suggestions: Check with your electricity provider to see what other energy-saving tips, renewable products or green options are available in your area. Those who...

In order to make well-informed decisions, energy customers retain the right to exercise their consumer rights. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), recognizes the importance of consumer protection, especially when it comes to energy shoppers in competitive markets. RESA strives to help educate shoppers on their options when it comes to choosing a retail energy...

By RESA Staff Member On a recent visit to my local hardware store, I was struck by all the products on display to help manage my energy needs. The store had LED light bulbs, weather stripping, and fiberglass insulation to help make my home more energy efficient. There were “smart” thermostats that connect to the...

By RESA Staff Member Maryland Matters published a commentary last month from Tammy Bresnahan, the director of advocacy for AARP Maryland regarding the “deregulated” retail energy market (“Annapolis Showdown on Utility Rip-Offs,” Feb. 23). The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) vehemently disagrees with this article and believes such assertions from AARP are not only misleading, but dangerous....

Late last year, months before the country got a dramatic lesson in what is otherwise the wonky workings of the Texas electric grid, Pennsylvania regulators began a discussion about batteries and how they might help utilities avoid the types of disasters that befell the Lone Star State and bring other benefits to local grids. Comments...