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Written By: Tracy McCormick, Executive Director, Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) During the June 4 meeting of the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC), a striking admission from PSC Staff underscored a rapidly unfolding crisis: “There really is no residential supply market at this point.” This was not a rhetorical flourish. It was a candid acknowledgment...

National Electricity Day commemorates the day that changed science, June 15, 1752, when Benjamin Franklin flew a kite during a thunderstorm and proved lightning is an electrical discharge. His experiment helped lay the foundation for centuries of innovation and discovery in the field of electricity usage. Electricity is embedded in nearly every part of our...

(Harrisburg, PA) January 29, 2024 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, reveals its newly elected executive committee and state chairs for 2024. This announcement follows the confirmation of RESA’s officers and state chairs during the association’s annual board meeting in December. Each distinguished member...

Rising costs for electricity and the potential for more increases down the road have many consumers rethinking their energy choices – and how competitive marketplaces can help them save now by selecting a plan that’s right for their home or business. Hundreds of thousands of non-shopping (default service) customers will be hit with sharp increases...

A recent CNET survey revealed that 78% of Americans are stressed about high energy bills, with 25% feeling “very stressed.” This financial strain is prompting many to seek solutions to manage and reduce their energy expenses, including 32% of consumers who need to borrow money, set up a payment plan, or put their payment on...

On March 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice launched its Anticompetitive Regulations Task Force to identify and eliminate state and federal rules that suppress free market competition and harm consumers, workers, and businesses. RESA, REAL, EPSA, and TEPA jointly submitted comments to support this important initiative. The joint filing highlights how regulations that limit...

(BOSTON) May 14, 2025 —The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) shares Governor Healey’s commitment to addressing energy costs for Massachusetts consumers and businesses through the introduction of the Energy Affordability, Independence & Innovation Act. We are encouraged that the proposed legislation preserves the state’s competitive energy marketplace and continues to protect consumer choice. RESA is...

The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) wishes you a Happy Earth Day. For over half a century, this has been a day to reflect on our stewardship of the world’s resources, including our energy consumption. You may remember our posts from 2023 and 2024, which provided tips for being environmentally friendly with our energy use. Keeping...

The Positive Influence of the Retail Market on Network Integration Transmission Service (NITS) In today’s evolving energy landscape, the retail electricity market plays a crucial role in fostering competition, driving innovation, and enhancing grid reliability. One often-overlooked benefit of a well-functioning retail market is its support for Network Integration Transmission Service (NITS), a critical component...

​National Renewable Energy Day is observed annually on March 21 to promote the use of renewable energy sources and raise awareness about the environmental and economic benefits of sustainable alternatives. Established in 2004, National Renewable Energy Day encourages consumers to explore and adopt alternative energy solutions such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, or geothermal power. In...