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“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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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....

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...

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...