10
Jul
July 10 marks the annual celebration of Global Energy Independence Day, a moment to spotlight the growing role of alternative energy sources in shaping a cleaner, more secure, and affordable energy future. For the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), it’s a time to reflect on the progress made and the opportunities that lie ahead. Today,...
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20
Jun
The U.S. energy landscape is evolving faster than ever, with new technologies, sustainability goals and cost-saving opportunities transforming how we power our lives. National Energy Shopping Day is celebrated each year on the first day of summer. This initiative by RESA serves as a reminder to consumers who have the right—and the power—to choose their...
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20
Jun
Homes and businesses located in restructured states can explore energy plans, compare options and choose a gas and electric supplier HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 20, 2025) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the national trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is marking the sixth annual National Energy Shopping Day by encouraging Americans to take advantage...
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16
Jun
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...
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15
Jun
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...
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15
Jun
(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...
04
Jun
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...
30
May
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...
28
May
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...
14
May
(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...
22
Apr
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...
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09
Apr
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...
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21
Mar
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...
06
Mar
Every year on March 6th, we recognize World Energy Efficiency Day, an annual reminder of the critical role energy conservation plays in protecting our planet. Reducing energy waste—whether electricity or natural gas—is important in helping lower carbon and methane emissions, making an impact in the fight against climate change. World Energy Efficiency Day is also...
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03
Mar
March 2-8 marks National Consumer Protection Week 2025, an annual initiative highlighting the importance of consumer rights, education and protection across all industries. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) knows that a well-informed energy consumer is an empowered energy consumer. This week serves as a reminder for consumers to understand their rights, make informed choices,...
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11
Feb
HARRISBURG, Pa. and HOUSTON (February 11, 2025) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) has joined the organization as a member. “We would like to welcome NRG Energy as a member of RESA,” said Edwin Dearman, president of RESA. “We look...
04
Feb
BOSTON and HARRISBURG, Pa. (Feb 4, 2025) –– The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, issues a response to the disingenuous and questionable methodology in the latest Office of the Attorney General’s ‘report’ on the Commonwealth’s retail energy market. “For years, we have been subjected to...
03
Feb
In today’s evolving energy landscape, consumers have more choices than ever when selecting their energy supplier. But with increased options sometimes comes confusion. One tool that can help consumers make informed decisions in competitive retail energy markets is the price-to-compare (PTC). The PTC serves as a benchmark, offering consumers a way to evaluate offers from...
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27
Jan
HARRISBURG, Pa. (January 27, 2025) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has unveiled its 2025 executive committee and state chairs. Representing a diverse cross-section of industry leaders, these positions underscore RESA’s commitment to fostering vibrant, consumer-centric energy markets. “With a seasoned team of industry...
17
Jan
It’s a new year, and as we make resolutions (or perhaps already break some), it may be worth slipping another goal in between commitments to go the gym more and tackle that stack of unread novels on the nightstand: looking at your monthly energy bill and acting based on what you see. And unlike that...
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10
Jan
Every year on January 10, National Cut Your Energy Costs Day reminds consumers to explore practical ways to lower their energy bills and reduce their environmental impact. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) encourages homes and businesses to embrace efficiency measures, adopt new technologies, and evaluate energy options that align with their unique needs and...
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10
Dec
Since 2008, EIA data shows customers in monopoly states potentially could have saved over $230.6 billion for residential customers, $291.4 billion for commercial customers, and $172.2 billion for industrial customers if they were allowed a choice in their energy supplier. HARRISBURG, PA (December 10, 2024) – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive...
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14
Nov
As the United States continues to increase its focus on reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources, Renewable Energy Credits, commonly referred to as RECs, have emerged as a crucial tool in developing and using renewable energy. What is a Renewable Energy Credit? A REC is created for each megawatt-hour (MWh) of energy...
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04
Nov
HARRISBURG, Pa. and Gainesville, Ga. (November 4, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, proudly announces its latest member, Mansfield Power & Gas. Mansfield Power & Gas is part of Mansfield Energy, a 67 year-old family-owned, privately held company and one of America’s largest...
21
Oct
How Competitive Energy Markets Help Consumers Save October 21 is recognized globally as World Energy Savings Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of energy conservation and efficiency. As energy demand continues to rise, conserving energy is no longer just a matter of environmental responsibility but also a financial imperative. The Retail...
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02
Oct
“Small business owners are no strangers to making the most out of limited resources—they are, after all, natural efficiency experts. While it can sometimes feel like trying to squeeze water from a stone, they consistently find ways to maximize productivity and achieve success.” This is the goal of energy efficiency experts, too. Getting the same...
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01
Oct
Every October, the United States celebrates National Energy Awareness Month, which helps raise awareness about energy production, consumption and conservation. Established by a 1991 presidential proclamation, this observance encourages individuals, businesses and policymakers to focus on how energy impacts their lives, the economy and the environment. As energy becomes an increasingly critical issue in the...
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25
Sep
The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is celebrating the 8th annual National Clean Energy Week, which recognizes policies, industries and innovations that power our lives while working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Building a more sustainable environmental future is a top priority. This year, 37 governors and 49 municipalities issued proclamations in support of National...
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15
Aug
HARRISBURG, Pa. and Seminole, Fla. (August 15, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces American Power & Gas® joins as its newest member. American Power & Gas is an energy supplier founded in Florida in 2011. The company’s business structure has been designed...
11
Jul
HARRISBURG, Pa. and CHICAGO (July 11, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces the addition of Eligo Energy as its newest member. Eligo Energy is a retail electricity supplier based in Chicago. The company uses technology and advanced analytics to provide its customers...
10
Jul
Each year, Energy Independence Day is celebrated on July 10th to highlight the significance of alternative energy sources. This day emphasizes education on renewable energy, such as solar, wind and geothermal power. By participating in Energy Independence Day, people can discover more about sustainable energy solutions and their environmental benefits. The Retail Energy Supply Association...
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20
Jun
As the energy landscape continues to evolve, so do the opportunities for consumers to make informed choices about their energy providers. National Energy Shopping Day, celebrated annually, is a moment to highlight the benefits of energy choice and to educate consumers about their options. The Power of Choice National Energy Shopping Day is all...
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20
Jun
Organization Empowers Consumers with a Choice in Energy Suppliers to Shop and Compare Plans HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 20, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is celebrating its fifth annual National Energy Shopping Day by empowering consumers to take control of their energy choices....
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15
Jun
After five years of experiments that began in 1747, Benjamin Franklin sought to prove his hypothesis that electricity and lightning were directly connected. On June 15, 1752, he conducted his famous kite experiment during a thunderstorm in Philadelphia, which confirmed that lightning is an electrical discharge. Although 272 years have passed, one thing remains consistent:...
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16
May
Roughly three months ago, Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) initiated an upgrade to its billing and customer information systems. The upgrade has not gone smoothly. In addition to negatively affecting ComEd’s own customers, over the last three months and counting, the upgrade has affected key systems and processes used daily by retail energy suppliers to bill...
09
May
SB1 Institutes Price Cap, Requires Individual Sales Agent Licenses and Bans Residential Sales Commissions (Harrisburg, PA and Annapolis, MD) May 9, 2024 — The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) and its members are disappointed that Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed Senate Bill 1 (SB1) today. Residential electric suppliers that serve Maryland customers will face untenable...
25
Apr
BOSTON (April 25, 2024) – When it comes to Massachusetts having residential retail electric choice, RESA advocates for a fair and competitive marketplace that prioritizes consumer protection. RESA supports the Commonwealth’s desire to protect consumers; however, taking away the option for 13.8% of households who use a competitive electric supplier without an issue is an...
22
Apr
The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) wishes you a Happy Earth Day. For over a half-century, this has been a day to reflect on our stewardship of the world’s resources, including our energy consumption. You may remember our post last year, which provided tips for being environmentally friendly with our energy use. In the spirit...
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
02
Apr
(Harrisburg, PA) April 2, 2024 — The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is looking forward to working with Uchenna Bright and Denise Sheehan as commissioners of New York’s Public Service Commission (PSC). New York Governor Kathy Hochul nominated Bright and Sheehan for the appointments, which the State...
01
Apr
Proposed ban is solution in search of a problem Imagine if your choice for a mobile phone company had one option because your state’s legislators believed you didn’t understand the rate plan. What about your right to select your doctor? Or choose your home insurance provider? As an American, you would likely find these scenarios unacceptable....
20
Mar
By: Richard Spilky, RESA Member from Constellation Last Fall, New York Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation on the 15th anniversary of Climate Week in the Empire State, recognizing September 17-24 as ‘Climate Week.’ The proclamation reiterates the State’s steadfast dedication to lowering greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing community resilience, fostering equitable opportunities for its residents,...
06
Mar
Sold to legislators as a consumer protection bill, if passed, the bill will ensure the loss of Marylanders’ jobs and effectively close the competitive residential energy market, resulting in millions of dollars of lost annual energy savings to consumers (Annapolis, MD) March 6, 2024—The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing...
04
Mar
National Consumer Protection Week begins this week, offering valuable insights to empower Americans and equip them with the knowledge to safeguard against predatory practices and deceptive marketing. Observed annually, this initiative has gained critical importance in our rapidly evolving digital landscape. In recognition of its significance, The White House has issued a proclamation for National...
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22
Feb
By: Tracy McCormick, Executive Director of the Retail Energy Supply Association Under former Governor Parris Glendening’s 1999 Electric Choice and Competition Act, Maryland made the wise choice to join other states to restructure the market to address rising rates. Today, 13 states and the District of Columbia allow consumers to purchase their energy outside a...
17
Jan
By: Tracy McCormick In the face of ongoing inflationary pressures impacting American households, a notable shift in consumer behavior is underway. A current example of this shift is the January “No-Spend Challenge” — a TikTok-driven trend that advocates a strict, short-term budget that prohibits spending on non-essential items. But what if there were a...
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10
Jan
Energy consumption affects both our wallets and the environment. Observed annually on January 10th, National Cut Your Energy Cost Day serves as a reminder for us to evaluate and improve our energy-saving habits. Understanding where energy consumption is most significant is essential to determining how to reduce your energy usage and cost. RESA offers some...
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04
Dec
Consumers could have saved over $39 million in October by shopping for electricity (Baltimore, MD and Harrisburg, PA) December 4, 2023 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, released its monthly energy market savings report today, showing Maryland residents can take advantage of a...
06
Nov
Are you searching for guidance on selecting the right energy supplier in New Jersey? Positioned at the heart of the East Coast, New Jersey consumers have been shopping for its energy provider for more than 25 years through the New Jersey Energy Choice Program. This initiative has put the power directly in the hands of:...
04
Oct
Have you ever put time and sweat into a project – at work, around the house, as a volunteer – only to learn after the fact that there was an easier or faster way to do it? While you might be frustrated now, you will be delighted to get the same or better outcome with...
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03
Oct
Did you know that renewable energy is the fastest growing source of energy? However, petroleum and natural gas remain the most-consumed sources of energy throughout the U.S., according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the U.S. Department of Energy’s statistical and analytical agency. As energy consumers, it’s important to understand and acknowledge the energy we...
03
Oct
Trends Analyzed From 2022 EIA Data Shows Increase in Shopping Activity and Savings for All Customer Segments HARRISBURG, PA (October 03, 2023) – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, released its 2022 data report based on the latest figures collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). ...
07
Sep
By: Frank Caliva, RESA’s National Spokesperson The Electricity Generation Customer Choice and Competition Act of 1996 marked a significant milestone in opening Pennsylvania’s retail power market. This historic legislation allowed consumers to have a choice in their energy suppliers, granting them greater control over their electric and natural gas bills and products. Today, 27 years...
07
Sep
State Representative Kyle Mullins Sponsors House Bill 1578 HARRISBURG, Pa. (September 7, 2023) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, strongly endorses Pennsylvania State Representative Kyle Mullins’ sponsorship of HB 1578, which proposes further requirements for energy suppliers in the Keystone State. The bill was introduced at the 2023...
31
Aug
HARRISBURG, Pa. (August 31, 2023) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, proudly announces Tracy McCormick is included in City & State Pennsylvania’s 2023 Energy & Environment Power 100 List. RESA’s executive director is ranked number 35 on the prestigious list. The annual Energy & Environment Power 100 list...
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09
Aug
The Buckeye State has nearly 100 retail energy suppliers serving customers HARRISBURG, Pa. (August 9, 2023) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, strongly endorses the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Commissioner Lawrence Friedeman’s reminder to retail suppliers in Ohio to set and uphold fair and responsible sales practices...
28
Jul
Confused about retail energy choices in Ohio? Explore the evolving energy sector in the Buckeye State and take charge of your energy supply. Discover the benefits of Ohio’s Energy Choice program, which empowers consumers to select their energy suppliers based on their unique needs and preferences. Embark on a journey through Ohio’s energy market transformation...
10
Jul
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21
Jun
Read the article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) celebrated National Energy Shopping Day (June 21) and reminded consumers in 14 states and jurisdictions with energy choice to explore competitive energy offers. “Observed annually on the first day of summer, National Energy Shopping Day was created to empower consumers with information and tools to...
21
Jun
Organization Celebrates Fourth Annual Event by Promoting Energy Shopping in Competitive State HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 21, 2023) – On National Energy Shopping Day, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is reminding consumers in 14 states and jurisdictions with the power to choose to explore competitive energy offers. Observed annually on the first day of summer,...
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16
Jun
In a world where energy is essential to our daily lives, it’s crucial to recognize the significance of making informed decisions about the energy we consume. On June 21, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the leading trade association representing retail energy suppliers, will recognize National Energy Shopping Day. This annual event aims to raise...
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25
May
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) has filed a motion requesting the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) re-open a previous Customer Choice Docket (RE-00000A-18-0405), “to identify and study critical issues necessary for the ACC to create a customer choice program in Arizona,” RESA said “The Phoenix area topped the nation in...
25
May
Study to be given to ACC to develop a customer choice program PHOENIX and HARRISBURG, Pa. (May 25, 2023) – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, filed a motion requesting the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) re-open a previous Customer Choice Docket to identify and study critical...
04
May
Are you looking for a smarter way to shop for your energy needs? Look no further! Check out our video that explains why shopping for energy can save you money and benefit the environment. With so many options available, it’s important to make an informed decision regarding your energy provider. This video breaks down the...
22
Apr
By: Frank Caliva, RESA’s National Spokesperson The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) wishes you a Happy Earth Day. For over a half-century, we’ve taken this time to reflect on our stewardship of the world’s resources – including our energy consumption. There’s no better way to “go green” than to consider what we can do to...
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19
Apr
By Rich Spilky Ivan Penn, a reporter at The New York Times, wrote an article entitled, “Why Are Energy Prices So High? Some Experts Blame Deregulation.” [1] In this article, the author is critical of what he refers to as ‘deregulated’ power markets. He states that “Average retail electricity costs in the 35 states that...
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31
Mar
Read the full article here. The Maryland PSC adopted final regulations to implement a 2021 law [Chapter 637; amending the annotated code Section 4-308] that prohibits retail electric and gas supplier service to energy assistance customers outside of a PSC-approved plan whose price is less than SOS The PSC adopted substantially similar rules for electricity...
30
Mar
HARRISBURG, Pa. (March 29, 2023) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces its board officers and state chairs for 2023. RESA 2023 Officers 2023 State Chairs – Electric 2023 State Chairs – Gas “We are excited to announce our new officers and state chairs...
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21
Mar
March 21st marks National Renewable Energy Day. This day highlights the dangers of over-exploiting fossil fuels and creating awareness about the benefits of using renewable energy sources. In addition, it is essential to recognize and reflect on how everyone’s individual use of energy impacts the world. Promoting national energy resources is important because the Earth’s...
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14
Mar
Read the full article here. Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announced today (March 13) Frank Caliva is the organization’s new national spokesperson, effective immediately. In this role, Caliva will be responsible for being RESA’s media spokesperson, developing content on retail energy market developments, testifying at upcoming state legislatures...
13
Mar
Read the full article here. Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announced today Frank Caliva is the organization’s new national spokesperson, effective immediately. In this role, Caliva will be responsible for being RESA’s media spokesperson, developing content on retail energy market developments, testifying at upcoming state legislatures and public...
13
Mar
HARRISBURG, Pa. (March 13, 2023) – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announced today Frank Caliva is the organization’s new national spokesperson, effective immediately. In this role, Caliva will be responsible for being RESA’s media spokesperson, developing content on retail energy market developments, testifying at upcoming...
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11
Mar
Read the full article here. In response to Laurel Peltier’s recent commentary about third-party energy suppliers, the Retail Energy Supply Association believes she has the story all wrong (“BGE bill sky-high? Check for third-party energy suppliers overcharging you.” Feb. 9). RESA, the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, finds Peltier’s article not...
10
Mar
March 5-11 marks the Federal Trade Commission’s National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW). NCPW aims to share information with Americans on avoiding scams, identity theft and other consumer protection issues. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) also recognizes the importance of consumer protection, especially for energy shoppers in competitive markets. RESA strives to help educate shoppers...
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13
Feb
There are more than 100 retail energy suppliers in Maryland (HARRISBURG, Pa.) February 13, 2023 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, reaffirms Maryland’s Public Service Commission (PSC) decision to seek enforcement of any retail supplier that does not operate within the commission’s consumer...
09
Feb
Consumers who were hoping the new year might bring some relief from skyrocketing energy prices are in for a shock. Experts expect electric bills to keep climbing this year, even as overall inflation eases. Consumers paid 14.3% more on average for electricity in 2022 than they did in 2021 — that’s more than double the...
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26
Jan
Read the full article here. An insider’s look into breaking down the costs and benefits When businesses face competition from one another, they must strive to find ways to either produce their product or service at a lower cost, or they must find ways to offer their customers superior value for the same money. Despite...
10
Jan
January 10th marks National Cut Your Energy Costs Day, encouraging consumers to reassess their energy provider and reminding them to keep up with scheduled maintenance. During the winter months, electricity bills can get pricey, so it’s essential to be mindful of the energy you are using. Eliminating what is unnecessary and making small changes in...
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12
Dec
(Harrisburg, PA) June 7, 2022 – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. RESA partnered with GlobeRunner over the past year to execute a strategic redesign of its website aimed at providing critical information and data for...
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06
Dec
by guest contributor Craig Hardy, Intelometry Inc. U.S. retail electric markets encompass an ever-changing landscape that continually challenges energy suppliers to provide value propositions to customers while navigating through fluctuating wholesale markets and a never-ending sea of unpredictable regulatory rule changes. While most retail electric suppliers are adept at dealing with wholesale market variabilities and...
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01
Dec
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association and NRG Energy, Inc. filed a petition at the Pennsylvania PUC for a declaratory order finding that certain communications sent by PPL Electric Utilities (PPL or PPL Electric) to supply customers of electric generation suppliers (EGSs) about their electric supply prices and contracts with EGSs...
28
Nov
by Guest Contributor Frank Lacey, Electric Advisors Consulting Consumer advocates, Attorneys General and State Utility Regulators have worked diligently over the past several years to enact extremely onerous rules governing the services and pricing of competitive energy suppliers. On paper, the regulations might appear to protect consumers. But now, as we witness energy prices rise...
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31
Oct
(HARRISBURG, PA and HOUSTON) October 31, 2022 – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces the addition of its newest member, CleanSky Energy. Based in Houston, CleanSky Energy is a retail electricity and gas provider guided by a single purpose of sourcing clean energy for its...
07
Oct
Read the full article here. GOV. CHARLIE BAKER in August signed into law a comprehensive bill to address climate change. The bill includes provisions designed to reach a net zero carbon goal by 2050 by promoting the adoption of electric vehicles, supporting the modernization of the power grid, and expanding support for the development of offshore wind power....
05
Oct
Energy is a vital resource that plays an important role in every aspect of our daily lives. We depend on energy to power our homes, stay connected with our friends and family, keep our food cold, and much more. October 5th is Energy Efficiency Day which was created to remind people to conserve this valuable...
01
Oct
Each year, the U.S. Department of Energy designates October as National Energy Awareness Month, which serves as a reminder to be conscious about our energy use during this month and every month. Energy is a vital source to every aspect of our lives and is what keeps our country going. We depend on energy to...
21
Sep
Trends Analyzed From 2021 EIA Data Shows Increase in Shopping Activity and Savings for All Customer Segments HARRISBURG, PA (September 21, 2022) – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, released its 2021 data report based on the latest figures collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration...
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21
Sep
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) released its 2021 data report based on the latest figures collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). “In 2021, EIA data shows that customers in monopoly states experienced cost increases of 28.5% more than their counterparts in the competitive states/jurisdictions compared to what...
19
Aug
Pennsylvania consumers have enjoyed choosing their electric service provider for the last 25 years. But for all it has accomplished over the years, electric choice isn’t keeping up with technology, market trends, or consumer demands and expectations. Consider that in roughly the same amount of time, states like Pennsylvania restructured their electric markets — cell...
10
Jul
Since 2005, people worldwide have celebrated Global Energy Independence Day each year on July 10. Coincidentally, this is the same day as the U.S. Energy Independence Day. Fun fact: when Michael D. Antonovich proclaimed National Energy Independence Day, he specifically chose July 10 in honor of Nikola Tesla, who made significant breakthroughs in electric power....
24
Jun
In typical New York fashion, the Empire State is spearheading the trend toward combating climate change by setting a lofty goal to transition away from fossil fuels. The energy fueling the industrious lifestyle and bustling nightlife of New York may soon be powered by “green gas.” In 2020, New York revised its Clean Energy Standard...
17
Jun
With electricity rates climbing to record-setting rates, it’s now more important than ever to shop and choose the energy plan that best fits your lifestyle. On June 21, RESA, the nation’s leading trade association representing retail energy suppliers, is hosting its third annual National Energy Shopping Day (NESD) to help raise awareness for consumers to...
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07
Jun
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association announced the launch of its new website (resausa.org), “aimed at providing critical information and data for legislators, commissioners and consumers about retail energy choice.” The new website features a “dynamic and easy-to-navigate menu that provides a better user experience” to find information about RESA and...
23
May
Choice is about more than just saving money Clean energy continues to headline many news forums, political campaigns and even conversations amongst friends. Everyone is talking about clean energy, but what is clean energy, and how do we obtain it? Energy is a vital aspect of everyday life, from personal to business use. Clean energy...
22
Apr
Earth Day 2022 The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is celebrating Earth Day this year by sharing helpful tips to reduce your energy footprint and lower your monthly bills. Here are some easy ways to celebrate earth day from home: Switch to energy-efficient LED light bulbs, which use at least 75% less energy than an incandescent bulb. It’s...
13
Apr
The best consumer protection of all is real competition Over the years, many lawmakers and state regulators have imposed a myriad of policies, rules and regulations designed to protect electricity customers. While they created these with the best of intentions, they often miss the mark. Buying electricity, like subscribing to a mobile phone service or...
21
Mar
A big job requires the right tools and for the very big job of protecting the U.S. from relying on foreign oil while simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the most important tools are clean energy technologies. Non-polluting, renewable energy sources, such as sun, wind and water, not only help reduce carbon dioxide emissions, but they...
18
Mar
(Harrisburg, PA) March 18, 2022 – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces the addition of Aggressive Energy as the organization’s newest member. Based in New York City, Aggressive Energy is a leading and fast-growing, full-service energy supply company. “RESA is pleased to welcome our newest member, Aggressive...
09
Mar
It’s National Consumer Protection Week – A time to celebrate the importance of competition and the right to choose March 6 officially marks the start of the Federal Trade Commission’s National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW). Promoted by other federal, state, and local agencies, consumer and national advocacy organizations, the FTC will spend March 6-12 sharing...
23
Feb
In February 2021, a large portion of the central United States was impacted by Winter Storm Uri, which triggered lengthy power outages in Texas and led to record electricity and natural gas prices. The public narrative concerning the energy industry in the aftermath of this storm has generally been: The implication is that neither of these...
23
Feb
By: Dan Allegretti How would you feel if your elected officials did your subscription shopping for you, deciding who will provide your mobile phone service, which streaming networks you can watch, what newspapers you can read or where you can have a gym membership? Most of us would not sit still for something that heavy-handed...
24
Jan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Retail Energy Supply Association Announces Election of 2022 Executive Committee and State Chairs (Harrisburg, PA) January 24, 2022 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today announced its new officers and state chairs for 2022. Both the new officers elected for the Executive Committee and state...
21
Jan
Are you spending unnecessarily on your home or business energy bills this year? This week is National Energy Savings Week, which encourages consumers to monitor and manage their energy usage to not only save money but to also protect a precious resource. So how can you make sure you’re getting the best value? It starts...
10
Jan
January 10th is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day, which encourages consumers to explore their energy provider options and remind them to keep up with scheduled maintenance. Energy bills can get pricey, especially during the winter months, so it is important to be mindful of the energy you are using. Identifying energy usage that is...
05
Jan
Read the full article here. Washington motorists have choices when it comes to fueling their vehicles, thanks to the free market. But the benefits of competition, beginning with cost and quality, aren’t consistently available throughout our state’s energy sector. Reliable and affordable home energy continues to be a challenge for Washington, including locally. During the...
19
Nov
By Dan Allegretti After nearly three years of asserting that utility basic service is always a better deal for residential consumers than retail choice, Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey just proved herself spectacularly wrong. Here’s what happened. On October 22, 2021, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities approved a settlement agreement between electric utility company...
15
Nov
More than twenty years ago federal regulators adopted rules promoting competition in regional wholesale electricity markets and the first states adopted programs to promote competition in retail electricity markets. These reforms congealed in the 1990s with considerable momentum nationally for competition in electricity—that is until the well-intentioned but poorly-conceived market restructuring in California imploded. This...
05
Nov
By Dan Allegretti The writer is the national spokesperson for the Retail Energy Supply Association. A recent guest commentary by the AARP recommended that the government take away the ability for consumers to subscribe for electric service from a provider of their choice. The AARP would instead have one electric power company provide service, on terms set...
01
Nov
Rooftop solar is predicted to be the next generation of electricity choice for consumers according to the International Energy Agency. Not only does it promote ‘going green’, but it allows customers to understand how their energy consumption is directly impacting their environment. According to the Department of Energy, solar energy is also the fastest growing and most...
24
Oct
Electricity used to be boring. Public utilities that provided power to homes and businesses were regulated monopolies and, by law, guaranteed a fixed rate-of-return on their generation, transmission, and distribution assets. Prices per kilowatt-hour were set by utility commissions after lengthy testimony from power companies, wanting higher rates, and consumer groups, wanting lower rates. About...
06
Oct
Energy is a critical part of our everyday lives, and it’s important to learn how to use it sparingly. According to Energy Sage, energy conservation is defined as using less energy to lower costs and reduce environmental impact. The benefits of conserving energy not only will lower your utility bills, but also help protect the environment....
27
Sep
The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) today said that updated 2020 data shows continued increases in costs to states with monopoly electricity suppliers, and the savings available under restructuring. RESA’s latest update on the findings include the latest figures collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). RESA said that, “Since 2008, the EIA data...
27
Sep
RESA Publishes Competitive & Monopoly Price Trends Based on Most Recent EIA Data Association Announces Upward Trends in Shopping Activity and Savings for All Sectors (Harrisburg, PA) September 27, 2021 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, released 2020 data based on the latest figures collected...
15
Sep
The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is hosting a webinar on Thursday, September 30, at noon PST to discuss bringing energy choice to the state of Arizona. Register today to attend this complimentary webinar and hear from the speakers below. Topics of discussion will include consumer protections, success in energy choice states, consumer benefits of...
14
Jul
Join the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) and more than 600 energy industry representatives in New York on October 7, 2021, for the Energy Marketing Conference (EMC) 16 – the largest retail energy conference in North America! RESA member Richard Spilky will be the event’s featured keynote speaker, and will discuss the myths versus facts...
13
Jul
Recently, RESA had the privilege of congratulating our Executive Director, Tracy McCormick, for 20 years of service and leadership. Tracy has helped RESA grow into a nationally recognized organization, and has led RESA’s efforts in championing energy choice across the country. We sat down with Tracy to discuss her career milestones and what she looks...
08
Jul
Kristina MontgomeryDirector, Retail PolicyVistra Corp. An important part of American life is our right to make choices, especially with what we purchase. Most consumers can choose from a variety of Internet, telephone or cable service providers, for example, but when it comes to energy, not everyone enjoys the same freedoms. Only 28% of Americans have...
15
Jun
As we approach National Energy Shopping Day on June 21, 2021, the first day of summer, the importance of retail choice in gas and electricity has become a more important conversation than ever. The world is changing rapidly and several trends in particular mean that preserving and expanding the right for consumers and businesses to...
17
May
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...
11
May
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...
30
Apr
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...
29
Apr
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!...
22
Apr
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...
08
Apr
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...
01
Apr
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...
22
Mar
Report Contradicts Claims Made by the Massachusetts Attorney General Office, Shows Potential Savings of More Than $522 Million Over Last Three Years (Harrisburg, PA) March 22, 2021 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today published its report findings on competitive retail electric choice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts....
09
Mar
In recognition of Pennsylvania’s 25th Anniversary of energy choice, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) hosted a webinar on March 9 at 1:00 p.m. ET. Panelists will include: This event took place on March 9th, 2021. Please see below for full video recording and presentations:
02
Mar
Harrisburg, Pa. – (March 2, 2021) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, applauds the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for its milestone anniversary celebrating 25 years of retail energy choice, putting the power of choice in the hands of consumers and giving them greater control of their electric bills...
27
Feb
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...
16
Feb
In 1996 Pennsylvania’s then-Governor, Tom Ridge, signed into law the “Electricity Generation Customer Choice and Competition Act,” which restructured the state’s electricity industry to provide for customer choice among competing electricity suppliers. As a result, consumers were no longer captive to a single monopoly-protected utility company for their electric supply. Scores of retail suppliers now...
21
Jan
Authored by RESA member, Alexandrea Isaac While most of the world is anxious to get back to “normal” in 2021, the energy sector is no different. However, one question that many of us in the industry are not asked is what is our definition of “normal”? For me, when it comes to energy policy, “normal”...
19
Jan
By: Alexandrea Isaac, Board Member of RESA and General Counsel of Starion Energy, Inc. While most of the world is anxious to get back to “normal” in 2021, the energy sector is no different. However, one question that many of us in the industry are not asked is what is our definition of “normal”? For me, when...
13
Jan
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today (Jan 11) announced its new officers and state chairs for 2021. Both the new officers elected for the Executive Committee and state chairs were confirmed during RESA’s annual board meeting in December and each...
12
Jan
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) today announced its new officers and state chairs for 2021. RESA 2021 Officers 2021 State Chairs – Electric 2021 State Chairs – Gas
11
Jan
(Harrisburg, PA) January 11, 2021 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today announced its new officers and state chairs for 2021. Both the new officers elected for the Executive Committee and state chairs were confirmed during RESA’s annual board meeting in December and each...
10
Jan
National Cut Your Energy Cost Day is held annually on January 10 to bring homeowners and businesses key information on how to best achieve cost savings with their energy bills. At the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), we advocate for people’s right to choose their energy supplier. In honor of National Cut Your Energy Cost...
25
Nov
Proposed Legislation to Auto-Enroll Customers into a 7-Year Community Choice Energy Pilot Program Without Consent (Harrisburg, PA) November 25, 2020 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, wants residents in Montgomery County, Maryland to know their right to choose their own energy supplier could be eliminated if Montgomery County...
09
Oct
Authored by RESA spokesperson, Dan Allegretti Would you want someone to take away your ability to choose a mobile phone because legislators think you didn’t understand the rate plan? How about your right to choose your own doctor? As an American, likely not. Recently, The Baltimore Sun published a commentary by Del. Brooke Lierman and...
27
Aug
Authored by RESA spokesperson, Dan Allegretti In the wake of a massive power outage following Tropical Storm Isaias, anger and frustration have been on full display from Connecticut residents and regulators while utilities took up to nine days to restore power to those effected. Eversource Energy, the utility that delivers most energy to the state,...
27
Aug
Read the full article here. In the wake of a massive power outage following Tropical Storm Isaias, anger and frustration have been on full display from Connecticut residents and regulators while utilities took up to nine days to restore power to those effected. Eversource Energy, the utility that delivers most energy to the state, has...
30
Jul
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) last week released its national scientific poll that indicates three out of four voters want options and choice when selecting their energy suppliers. The results were released in conjunction with National Energy Shopping Day. “National Energy Shopping Day was created to educate consumers, regulators,...
24
Jun
Association Publishes Polling Results on National Energy Shopping Day (Harrisburg, PA) June 24, 2020 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, released the findings of a national scientific poll that indicates three out of four voters want options and choice when selecting their energy suppliers or providers. The results are...
02
Jun
RESA Applauds the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for Encouraging Customers to Shop for Electricity Upcoming Summer Rate Change Begins in June (Harrisburg, PA) June 2, 2020 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is proud to support the efforts of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for reminding...
07
May
Read the full article here. Connecticut utility regulators have approved a more stringent set of marketing standards governing third-party electric suppliers. The state’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority on Wednesday issued its 42-page final decision regarding the marketing rules. Acting Consumer Counsel Rich Sobolewski, whose office represented ratepayers’ interests in the case, said the PURA ruling...
20
Apr
(Harrisburg, PA) April 20, 2020 – Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is responding to the pandemic by actively monitoring and sharing critical, real-time information on COVID-19 regulatory directives by state. RESA recognizes the need for relevant, timely data because the rapidly changing COVID-19 environment presents a unique set...
26
Sep
New Data Updates and Supports Groundbreaking Research by the Late Dr. Phil O’Connor (Harrisburg, PA) September 26, 2019 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today released new data that reveals a growing cost disparity between monopoly and competitive states. The new data, which is an...
26
Sep
Read the full article here. The Retail Energy Supply Association published an update to prior research comparing electric rates in states with electric choice and monopoly states, to reflect data through 2018 RESA’s report said that, using EIA all-in data (generation and distribution), the residential nominal annual “weighted” average electric price in 35 monopoly states...
25
Mar
Retail Energy Supply Association Announces Addition of New Member Company Freepoint Energy Solutions (Harrisburg, PA) March 25, 2019 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today announced the addition of Freepoint Energy Solutions as the organization’s newest member. Freepoint Energy Solutions, which is headquartered in Houston, is a licensed energy...
18
Feb
Read the full article here. As regulators and advocacy groups call for Connecticut to revisit its decision to deregulate its energy market, third-party suppliers say they have helped customers save money. In particular, Chris Kallaher, director of government and regulatory affairs for Direct Energy, said the presence of third-party energy suppliers has forced Eversource and United...
12
Feb
Read the full article here. Dive Brief: Dive Insight: Electricity prices in many states with retail choice are high, but RESA’s analysis concludes they are moving lower, as consumers reap the benefits of cheap natural gas and lower electricity demand. But the same cannot be said for states with monopoly utility structures. “In the last...
11
Feb
Consumers in Monopoly States Paying the Price for Unprecedented Market Conditions (Harrisburg, PA) February 11, 2019 -The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today released new research on electricity price trends that reveals an eye-opening cost disparity between monopoly and competitive states. Researchers have discovered that, while the electricity...
06
Feb
(Harrisburg, PA) February 6, 2019 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today announced the election of its new officers and state chairs for 2019. The group, which will now make up the organization’s executive committee, was confirmed during RESA’s annual board meeting in December and will each...
04
Feb
Read the full article here. U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., state Consumer Counsel Elin Swanson Katz and a number of consumer groups are calling for an end to the third-party residential electric market. The market, which debuted in Connecticut in 2000, is part of a larger electric utility deregulation that proponents promised would yield savings...
04
Feb
Research Calls into Question Recent Claims by the Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel (Harrisburg, PA) February 4, 2019 – Connecticut residential energy customers could have saved more than $14 million dollars in just the first month of 2019 and received greater value for their energy dollars such as renewable energy, fixed price plans, and loyalty rewards...
22
Jan
Independent Study Finds Electric Suppliers Could Have Saved Maryland Consumers More Than $203 Million in 2018 (BALTIMORE) January 22, 2019 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today released an analysis that calls into question recent reports by the Maryland Office of People’s Counsel (OPC) and The Abell...
14
Jan
(Harrisburg, PA) January 14, 2019 – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, today announced the addition of First Point Power as the organization’s newest member. First Point Power, which is based in Warwick, Rhode Island, is a licensed energy supplier that provides electricity for residential and commercial consumers...
02
Nov
Read the full article here. Nevada this year is in an election battle of the billionaires. Two ballot measures could radically remake the state’s electricity market, and investor Warren Buffett, environmentalist Tom Steyer and casino magnate Sheldon Adelson all have money in the fight. But the biggest potential losers are Nevada residents, whose electricity bills...
22
Jan
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has announced its officers and state chairs for 2018. These newly elected officers were confirmed during RESA’s annual meeting last month, and will form the association’s executive committee. RESA’s officers effective Jan. 1, 2018 are: RESA...
15
Sep
Market Intervention Would Produce Adverse Outcomes for Consumers, Energy Innovation The New York Public Service Commission’s efforts to prohibit certain energy service company (ESCO) sales are unsupported by fundamental economics and will harm consumers, resulting in unintended consequences that likely will thwart the state’s programs intended to transform New York’s energy marketplace and promote cleaner,...
12
Sep
HARRISBURG, PA. — The Retail Energy Supply Association will convene its 2017 Energy Competition Symposium in Boston Sept. 20 featuring a distinguished group of speakers exploring the leading issues affecting retail energy competition nationally. Among the key issues to be discussed at the half-day event is the impact competitive retail energy markets have had over...
24
Aug
Analysis Shows Millions in Potential Electricity Savings Available to Rhode Island Consumers Consumers grappling with National Grid’s 53 percent rate increase can turn to Rhode Island’s competitive electricity market for alternative rate choices. State regulators have approved National Grid’s proposal to increase residential and small business rates from 6.3 cents to 9.5 cents per kWh...
16
Aug
Many competitive electricity offers available below the cost of utility standard service rate An analysis of Connecticut’s competitive electricity market shows many competitive offers below the cost of utility service, and if all Connecticut electricity consumers taking utility standard rate service switched to these lowest available competitive offers, the potential savings are more than $18.5 million for...
11
Aug
The Retail Energy Supply Association today published a factsheet containing two assessments that starkly demonstrate the value proposition that electricity competition presents for Pennsylvania electricity consumers and the state’s overall economy. The first, a retrospective analysis demonstrating the value of electricity competition over the past 20 years, is a state-specific study by Dr. Phil O’Connor,...
18
May
Prices in states with competitive retail markets have trended downward while prices under monopoly regulation have risen ‘inexorably’ Harrisburg, PA – Over the past two decades consumers have fared demonstrably better in the 14 U.S. jurisdictions with competitive retail electricity markets offering consumers a choice among retail energy suppliers, a new white paper concludes. Employing data compiled by...
16
May
Entrust Energy Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive retail energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes Entrust Energy as its newest member. “RESA member companies are dedicated to...
05
Jan
Company Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes Source Power & Gas as its newest member. “RESA is pleased to welcome Source...
04
Jan
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has elected a new slate of officers and state chairs for 2017. These newly elected officers were confirmed during RESA’s annual meeting last month, and will form the executive committee. RESA’s officers effective Jan. 1, 2017 are:...
14
Dec
The New England chapter of the Retail Energy Supply Association named Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority Commissioner Michael Caron as the 2016 recipient of its Champion of Choice Award. The 2016 award went to Commissioner Caron because his actions demonstrated a commitment to customer choice and vibrant and sustainable competitive retail energy markets for the...
19
Jul
The Retail Energy Supply Association defends the right of all customers to access the competitive market. We are continuing to review the order with our members and legal counsel. RESA looks forward to working with the PSC and other stakeholders to develop policies ensuring that all customers, regardless of income, have equal access to the...
21
Jun
A review by the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) finds competitive retail energy suppliers in New Hampshire actively posting more than 70 different residential product offerings at prices highly competitive with default rates offered by the state’s utility distribution companies. “New Hampshire’s website presents a wealth of competitive electricity products that offer Granite State consumers the opportunity to realize...
07
Jun
Company Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes Spark Energy as its newest member. “RESA is pleased to welcome Spark Energy to our group...
18
May
A review by the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) finds nearly 30 competitive retail energy suppliers in Massachusetts actively posting more than 200 different product offerings at prices highly competitive with default rates offered by the state’s utility companies. “The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities should be highly commended for its efforts working with retail suppliers and...
27
Apr
Under the auspices of the Public Utility Regulatory Authority or PURA, the State of Connecticut has established EnergizeCT, a robust, well-designed and consumer-friendly electricity shopping website that routinely posts competitive generation supply products offered by licensed retail electricity suppliers. A review by the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) of EnergizeCT shows more than two dozen competitive retail energy...
20
Apr
In the view of the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel (OCC) is making an unfair apples-to-oranges comparison when it compares a “plain vanilla” utility Standard Service electricity rates with the varied and complex product offerings of competitive retail energy suppliers. It is not entirely clear the methodology as to...
23
Feb
Commission Effectively Ends Right To Choose for Small Energy Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, issued the following statement in response to today’s actions by the New York Public...
11
Feb
Company Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes Starion Energy as its newest member. “RESA is pleased to welcome Starion Energy to...
05
Jan
Company Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes AP Gas & Electric as its newest member. “RESA is pleased to welcome AP...
05
Jan
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has elected a new slate of officers and state chairs for 2016. These newly elected officers were confirmed during RESA’s annual meeting last month, and will form the executive committee. RESA’s officers effective Jan. 1, 2016 are:...
14
Dec
Another Raw Deal Saddling Consumers with Risk of Uneconomic Power Plants The Retail Energy Supply Association today issued the following statement in opposition to a proposed rate plan settlement that AEP Ohio has filed with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio: Once again the PUCO staff has agreed to a proposed settlement that protects the...
01
Dec
Deal Would Saddle Consumers with Financial Risk of FE’s Uneconomic Power Plants The Retail Energy Supply Association today issued the following statement in opposition to a proposed rate plan settlement that FirstEnergy has filed with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio: This proposed settlement is a bad bargain for Ohio’s electricity consumers and the state’s...
09
Sep
Harrisburg, PA — The leading issues affecting retail energy competition nationally will be explored Oct. 1 at the Retail Energy Supply Association’s 2015 Energy Competition Symposium in Harrisburg. Among the key issues to be discussed at the half-day event are the evolution of competitive retail energy markets and the intersection of retail energy competition with power grid transformation....
28
Jul
Harrisburg, PA – More than 17 million residential customers are purchasing electricity from competitive energy suppliers in the states that allow for customer choice, driving ever-increasing numbers of competitive suppliers to offer an ever-widening array of innovative product and service offerings, a new report concludes. The Annual Baseline Assessment of Choice in Canada and the United States (ABACCUS), which...
28
May
Harrisburg, PA – Watch “A Conversation About Retail Energy Choice in Pennsylvania” featuring special guest Gladys Brown, Chair of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, and Ritchie Hudson, the Retail Energy Supply Association’s Pennsylvania state chair. This RESA-produced half-hour educational program explains what retail energy choice is and how it benefits consumers and the environment. It aired...
05
Jan
Harrisburg, PA — The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) today formally petitioned the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) to conduct an investigation into the lack of meaningful retail electricity choice for consumers in Long Island. The investigation should have the goal of identifying measures that can be implemented to allow a meaningful and robust retail energy...
05
Jan
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has elected a new slate of officers and state chairs for 2015. These newly elected officers were confirmed during RESA’s annual meeting last month, and will form the executive committee. RESA’s new officers effective Jan. 1, 2015...
05
Jan
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes Nordic Energy Services LLC as its newest member. “RESA member companies are dedicated to promoting and preserving the value of natural...
13
Aug
Harrisburg, PA — The future of competitive retail and wholesale energy markets, product innovations for retail customers and improving the shopping experience for consumers are among the larger themes to be explored at the Retail Energy Supply Association’s 2014 Energy Competition Symposium in Columbus, Ohio, on Oct. 2, a half-day event exploring the leading issues affecting retail energy...
10
Apr
Measured Actions Will Improve the Shopping Experience for Retail Energy Consumers Harrisburg, PA – In testimony today before the Pennsylvania House Consumer Affairs Committee, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) commended the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for two orders the commission issued last week to improve the retail energy shopping experience for customers in the Commonwealth. The...
18
Mar
Company Joins RESA’s Efforts to Promote Retail Markets That Benefit Consumers Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, welcomes IGS Energy as a member. “RESA member companies are dedicated...
09
Jan
Reforms Will Ensure Robust, Sustainable Competitive Retail Electricity Market Providing Value and Choice for New Jersey Customers The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) today applauded New Jersey State Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula for introducing legislation (A-4552) that will enact important reforms in how default electricity service is determined for New Jersey consumers. The bill would enact changes in...
19
Dec
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has elected a new slate of officers and state chairs for 2014. These newly elected officers were confirmed during RESA’s annual meeting earlier this month, and will form the executive committee. RESA’s new officers effective Jan. 1, 2014...
11
Dec
‘Conversations’ Highlight Customer Benefits of Retail Energy Choice Harrisburg, Pa. – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) has developed a series of short videos intended to enhance the organization’s website by providing consumer-friendly content highlighting the benefits of customer choice for electricity and natural gas. The video series, entitled “A Conversation on Energy Choice and Competition,”...
02
Oct
Harrisburg, PA – Statement of Ron Cerniglia, Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), Pennsylvania state chair, electricity: “RESA welcomes Gov. Corbett’s appointment of Gladys Brown to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. We look forward to working with her to foster competitive energy markets and to focus on important consumer protection and consumer education issues. Gladys Brown will...
22
Aug
Harrisburg, PA – The chairs of the Maine and Massachusetts utility regulatory commissions are among the featured speakers at the Retail Energy Supply Association’s 2013 Energy Competition Symposium in Boston on Sept. 18. The half-day event will explore leading issues affecting retail energy competition nationally. “Retail energy competition and its public profile are growing in the states...
08
Jul
Boston, MA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) provides the following statements in response to the newly released Massachusetts Electric Grid Modernization Steering Committee Report to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU): “The Retail Energy Supply Association welcomes the report in that it calls for implementing grid modernization reforms in a manner attentive of the impact on the...
10
Jun
Concord, NH – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) provides the following statements in response to the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission staff report finding that continued ownership of generation facilities by Public Service Co. of New Hampshire is unsustainable: “Competition in New Hampshire’s retail electricity market is thriving for large industrial and commercial customers and is now...
10
Jun
RESA has announced its 2013 Symposium on Retail Competition in Natural Gas and Electricity will be held September 18 in Boston, Massachusetts. Initial details are below, more information will be announced soon, and you can download the Symposium save-the-date poster. Location:Boston Marriott Copley Place Date:September 18th Agenda:Registration 12:30 – 1:00pmSymposium 1 – 5pmCocktail reception 5...
28
May
Concord, NH – A broad-based coalition of environmental and consumer organizations, business and trade groups, and power providers today launched a public information campaign called EmpowerNH. The coalition aims to educate New Hampshire consumers about the power they have to save money and protect the environment through their choice of electricity supplier, and to make it...
07
May
Sacramento, CA — California schools, hospitals, retailers, hotels, restaurant chains, grocers, manufacturers, government facilities and many others have united to write state lawmakers urging support for pending legislation to increase opportunities for access to the competitive retail electricity market for customers in California. Known in California as “direct access,” the ability to choose among competitive energy suppliers...
11
Apr
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading organization representing competitive retail energy suppliers dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity and natural gas markets for the benefit of consumers, today announced that Homefield Energy has become its newest member. “RESA member companies are dedicated to providing value to natural gas...
27
Mar
Concord, NH – Citing new polling data demonstrating strong customer support for retail electricity competition in New Hampshire, leading New England environmental advocacy groups and competitive electricity providers are joining with the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) in calling for state policy makers to take action to fully integrate the Granite State into New England’s competitive electricity markets....
21
Mar
Washington, DC – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) and the Pennsylvania Energy Marketers Coalition (PEMC) today joined Attorney General Kathleen Kane, Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Robert Powelson and Acting Consumer Advocate Tanya McClosky in urging Pennsylvania consumers to shop wisely for competitive retail electricity offers, particularly if door-to-door marketing is involved. “There are an increasingly diverse array of...
11
Feb
Harrisburg, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) credited the leadership of Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett and the pro-consumer policies of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) and the General Assembly for helping the state’s competitive retail electricity market reach a new milestone with 2 million shopping customers benefiting from customer choice. “Due to the...
05
Feb
WASHINGTON, DC – Responding to rising interest among consumers and state regulators, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) has updated its Consumer Education Guide. The guide is designed to help customers make informed decisions when shopping for competitively priced electricity and natural gas. The guide is also available in a Spanish-language version. The revised guide was released at...
29
Nov
HARRISBURG, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association’s newly redesigned website was awarded “best in class” in the energy category by the Interactive Media Awards. The website, www.resausa.org, was deemed the best among 77 entries in the category. To win an award RESA’s entry successfully passed through the IMA’s comprehensive judging system, which utilizes a points-based scoring system. The...
18
Oct
HARRISBURG, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) welcomes today’s action by the New York Public Service Commission to initiate a proceeding to examine potential measures to improve the retail energy shopping experience for residential and small commercial customers. To the extent that residential and small commercial customers need more transparency to compare the service...
20
Sep
Excerpt from Energy Choice Matters The number of residential electric customers in Illinois who have completed at least one billing cycle on competitive supply topped 1 million for the first time in August, according to a snapshot of statistics posted by the Illinois Commerce Commission. Read more: Illinois Residential Electric Shoppers Exceed 1 Million
17
Sep
HARRISBURG, PA — The nation’s leading organization representing competitive energy suppliers is calling for the Wisconsin Public Service Commission to open a formal proceeding to consider the demonstrated benefits competition in electricity can provide the state’s consumers and economy. “We urge the Commission to take the steps necessary to move toward a competitive electric market...
10
Sep
HARRISBURG, PA— Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Jon Wellinghoff are featured speakers at the Retail Energy Supply Association’s 2012 Energy Competition Symposium in Baltimore on Sept. 12. The half-day event will explore the state of play for retail energy competition nationally. “Retail energy competition is growing in the states that...
03
Jul
HARRISBURG, PA – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) today applauded the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) for its dedication to promoting competition in the public interest in an order intended to put AEP-Ohio on a glide path toward full retail competition for electricity customers in the utility’s service territory. In a July 2...
13
Jun
TRENTON, NJ— Solar energy legislation approved last week by the New Jersey Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee will result in solar electricity costs of $337 million to $435 million annually, increasing consumer costs by 5.5 percent to 7.1 percent, or $3.84 to $4.97 per megawatt-hour, beginning June 1, 2013. With an anticipated June 21 vote...
05
Jun
TRENTON, NJ— The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is calling for important amendments to New Jersey solar energy legislation to ensure all electricity consumers in the state are treated equitably. This week, the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee will consider legislation (A-2966) that, as proposed, would increase the amount of Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs)...
30
May
HARRISBURG, PA — The Retail Energy Supply Association has established a new regulatory policy monitoring group to advance retail natural gas competition issues in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. David Cetola was elected to chair the monitoring group. “I’m excited that RESA’s membership has entrusted me with the responsibility to spearhead our efforts...
16
May
HARRISBURG, PA. — Roy Boston, Illinois chair for the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), today issued the following statement in support of testimony by the STOP Coalition before the Illinois House Public Utilities Commission: “Today the Illinois House Public Utilities Committee considers legislation that would saddle the state’s electricity consumers with the cost of a...
16
May
HARRISBURG, PA — A new analysis by staff at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) provides striking evidence of the huge demand for retail electricity choice in California. The data, compiled in response to a motion filed by the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), Alliance for Retail Energy Markets (AReM), and Direct Access Customer Coalition,...
09
May
HARRISBURG, PA.— The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity markets for the benefit of consumers, released the following statement by Dan Allegretti, vice president, State Government Affairs – East, Exelon Corp., and chair of RESA’s New England regional working group, in response to the New England Power Generators...
08
May
HARRISBURG, PA. — The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), dedicated to creating and sustaining vibrantly competitive electricity markets for the benefit of consumers, today announced its members have elected Ron Cerniglia to chair the competitive energy suppliers association’s electric caucus for Pennsylvania. “Since price caps came off more than a year ago, and thanks to...
17
Apr
Harrisburg, Pa. – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), a leading trade association of retail energy suppliers committed to the advocacy of vibrant and sustainable competitive residential and commercial energy markets, today announced the addition of Stream Energy to its membership. The company joins existing RESA member companies: Champion Energy Services, LLC; ConEdison Solutions; Constellation...
11
Apr
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), a leading trade association of retail energy suppliers committed to creating vibrant and sustainable competitive electricity markets, today filed comments with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) in Case No. 12-150-EL-COI. In their filing they urge the Commission to use this proceeding to delve deeper...
22
Mar
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – Consumers in the ‘Sweet Sixteen’ of States and Washington, D.C. have teams of suppliers competing for their electric and natural gas business. As consumers across the United States cheer on their favorite college basketball teams and enjoy the annual March Madness of the NCAA Tournament, millions of consumers cheer on competitive electric...
21
Mar
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), a leading trade association of retail energy suppliers committed to the advocacy of vibrant and sustainable competitive energy markets, will provide testimony during the March 21, 2012 Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Retail Markets en banc hearing. This hearing is part of the Commission’s broad retail markets...
20
Mar
Harrisburg, Pa. – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), a leading trade association of retail energy suppliers committed to advocating for vibrant and sustainable competitive residential and commercial energy markets, today announced their support of HB 5503 that would allow a larger number of Michiganders to enjoy the benefits of competition and customer choice by...
13
Feb
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – Consumers in competitive states are finding many electric and gas suitors seeking to serve their energy needs and business and residential consumers are responding to these offers. Florists, jewelers, bakeries, restaurants and chocolatiers are among many small businesses choosing to take retail electric and gas supply. “Over the last decade we have...
02
Feb
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania — Pennsylvania’s iconic groundhog has “seen” his shadow, which means we may be in for a long winter. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) encourages consumers to use this moment as a time to review their electricity and natural gas expenditures and compare offers. “While our winter has been relatively mild thus far,...
02
Feb
Concord, New Hampshire — Today, before the New Hampshire General Court’s House Committee on Science, Technology and Energy, Daniel Allegretti, vice president for energy policy with Constellation Energy, and New England State Chair for the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) testified in support of HB 1238. RESA supports this legislation as it is in keeping...
01
Feb
Excerpt from Fiercy Energy By Barbara Vergetis Lundin According to a recent report from Pike Research, the competitive market is poised for further growth in the coming decade, as competitive electricity purchases will nearly double from $29.4 billion in 2009 to $55.9 billion by 2020. Regulatory policy, however, remains the single biggest limiting factor on the development...
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