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Understand Your Energy

How to Understand Your Electric Bill

Electricity Basics

How to Understand Your Electric Bill Step by Step

Learn how to read your electric bill. Understand usage, charges, and fees so you can take control of your energy costs.

January 7, 2025  •  4 min read

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Understanding kWh

Electricity Basics

Quick Guide to Understanding Your Energy Use in Kilowatt-Hours (kWh)

Learn what a kilowatt-hour really means and how to use that knowledge to reduce your electricity bill.

January 21, 2025  •  3 min read

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Suppliers vs utilities

Electricity Basics

Differences Between Energy Suppliers and Utility Companies

Understand who charges you for what — and how deregulation gives you the power to choose.

January 14, 2025  •  3 min read

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Fixed vs variable rates

Electricity Basics

Fixed Rates vs. Variable Rates: Which One Is Right for You?

Learn the pros and cons of fixed and variable energy rates and how to avoid surprises on your bill.

February 4, 2025  •  4 min read

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Spot price of energy

Electricity Basics

What Is the Spot Price of Energy and How Does It Affect You?

Learn what the spot price of electricity is and how it impacts your bill — and when to lock in a fixed rate.

February 11, 2025  •  3 min read

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How electricity prices are determined

Electricity Basics

How Electricity Prices Are Determined in the U.S.

Learn how electricity prices are set and what factors influence your energy bill.

January 28, 2025  •  3 min read

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Energy efficient windows

Electricity Basics

How Much Can You Save by Switching to Energy-Efficient Windows?

Find out how much you can save by upgrading to energy-efficient windows and the long-term impact on your energy bills.

April 1, 2025  •  4 min read

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Smart thermostats

Electricity Basics

How Smart Thermostats Help Reduce Your Energy Bill

Discover how smart thermostats can cut your energy bills by learning your habits and adjusting temperature automatically.

March 18, 2025  •  4 min read

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Save on energy bills

Electricity Basics

How to Save on Energy Bills Without Sacrificing Comfort

Simple and effective ways to lower your energy bills without giving up comfort.

March 4, 2025  •  4 min read

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LED vs traditional lighting

Electricity Basics

LED Lighting vs. Traditional Lighting: Impact on Your Energy Bill

See how switching from traditional lighting to LED can lower your energy bill with cost savings and efficiency benefits.

March 25, 2025  •  4 min read

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Energy-hungry appliances

Electricity Basics

Which Appliances Use the Most Energy and How to Control It

Find out which home appliances use the most electricity and learn simple ways to reduce their impact on your bill.

March 11, 2025  •  4 min read

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Smart Decisions for Business Owners

Energy contract mistakes

Business Energy

5 Common Mistakes When Signing an Energy Contract and How to Avoid Them

The fine print matters. Avoid these pitfalls before you sign your next energy contract.

April 15, 2025  •  5 min read

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Energy broker

Business Energy

What Is an Energy Broker, and How Can One Help You Save Money?

Discover how an energy broker compares rates and negotiates contracts on your behalf.

April 8, 2025  •  4 min read

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Energy market volatility

Business Energy

How to Protect Your Business From Energy Market Volatility

Protect against price spikes with smart strategies, fixed contracts, and expert guidance.

May 20, 2025  •  4 min read

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Renewing your contract

Business Energy

What to Consider When Renewing Your Electricity Supply Contract

Before renewing, check your rate, term, and options. Don't let auto-renewal lock you into a bad deal.

April 22, 2025  •  3 min read

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Restaurant energy

Business Energy

Energy for Restaurants: How to Optimize Consumption

Restaurants are among the highest energy users. Here's how to cut costs without cutting service.

May 13, 2025  •  4 min read

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Save energy in business

Business Energy

How to Save Energy in Your Business Without Affecting Operations

Practical ways to reduce energy costs without disrupting your day-to-day operations.

May 6, 2025  •  4 min read

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Battery backup for business

Business Energy

Is a Backup Battery System Worth It for Businesses?

Weighing the cost vs. benefit of commercial battery backup, and how energy storage can protect your bottom line.

June 10, 2025  •  3 min read

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Scheduled blackouts

Business Energy

How Do Scheduled Blackouts Affect Commercial Energy Contracts?

Learn what happens to your contract during a planned outage and how to protect your business.

June 17, 2025  •  3 min read

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Provider exits market

Business Energy

What to Do If Your Energy Provider Exits the Market

If your energy provider leaves the market, stay calm. Learn what steps to take to avoid service interruptions.

June 3, 2025  •  4 min read

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What's Happening With Energy Costs

US electricity prices

Markets & Prices

What Is Happening With Electricity Prices in the U.S.?

Explore why electricity prices are changing and what it means for your home or business.

July 8, 2025  •  4 min read

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Tariffs and energy bills

Markets & Prices

The Real Cost of Electricity: How New Tariffs Are Driving Up Your Energy Bills

Import tariffs are raising the cost of electricity. Here's what it means for households and businesses.

October 7, 2025  •  4 min read

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Heat waves and the grid

Markets & Prices

Impact of Heat Waves on the National Electric System

Rising temperatures put the grid under pressure. Here's what that means for your energy bill.

July 1, 2025  •  3 min read

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Energy by sector

Markets & Prices

Which Sectors Spend the Most on Energy and How They Can Improve

Find out which industries have the highest energy costs and what they're doing about it.

June 24, 2025  •  4 min read

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Canada US trade war electricity

Markets & Prices

Canadian Electricity: The New Front in the Trade War With the U.S.

How cross-border energy tensions could affect electricity prices across the northeastern U.S.

January 6, 2026  •  3 min read

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FERC energy rates

Markets & Prices

The Role of FERC and Its Impact on Energy Rates

FERC decisions shape what businesses and households pay for electricity. Here's how it works.

February 18, 2025  •  3 min read

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Government energy policy

Markets & Prices

How Does Government Energy Policy Affect Customers?

Learn how U.S. government energy policies affect electricity prices, grid reliability, and customer choices.

February 25, 2025  •  4 min read

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Renewables, Solar, and the Future of Power

Net metering

Clean Energy

What Is Net Metering? How Can It Benefit You?

Learn how net metering works and how it can reduce your electricity bill with solar power.

August 12, 2025  •  4 min read

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100% renewable energy

Clean Energy

Is It Possible to Have a 100% Renewable Energy Contract?

Find out how green energy plans work and what "100% renewable" actually means on your bill.

July 22, 2025  •  3 min read

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Texas renewable energy

Clean Energy

Texas Surpasses California in Renewable Energy Capacity

How Texas overtook California — and what different policy approaches mean for energy consumers.

September 2, 2025  •  3 min read

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Wind energy US

Clean Energy

Wind Energy in the U.S.: Growth and Opportunities

Wind energy is booming. Learn how your business can benefit from switching to wind-sourced power.

August 19, 2025  •  4 min read

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Solar community

Clean Energy

What Is a Solar Community? And How to Join One

No solar panels needed. Learn how community solar programs let you save and go green.

August 5, 2025  •  3 min read

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Tech companies renewable energy

Clean Energy

Are Amazon, Google, and Microsoft Saving the Planet? The Race for Renewable Power

Big Tech is driving massive clean energy investment. Here's what it means for the grid and consumers.

September 16, 2025  •  4 min read

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Amazon solar Indiana

Clean Energy

Amazon Expands Solar Energy Projects in Indiana With New 100 MW Facility

Amazon expands its clean energy leadership with a new 100 MW solar project in Indiana supporting jobs and sustainability.

September 9, 2025  •  3 min read

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Farmers wind turbines

Clean Energy

Farmers Boost Income by Hosting Wind Turbines on Their Land

Farmers in the U.S. are boosting their income by hosting wind turbines and supporting clean energy growth in rural communities.

April 29, 2025  •  3 min read

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Unusual renewable energy sources

Clean Energy

From Soundwaves to Sugarcanes: The Unusual Suspects Powering Our Green Future

Discover five unexpected sources of renewable energy from sound waves and sugarcane to recycled solar panels.

August 26, 2025  •  4 min read

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Government clean energy investment

Clean Energy

Government Investments in Clean Energy: How You Can Benefit

Find out how U.S. government investments in clean energy can benefit your home or business through tax credits and rebates.

July 15, 2025  •  4 min read

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Battery cybersecurity risks

Clean Energy

How Safe Is Our Stored Energy? The Cybersecurity Risks of Battery Systems

Battery storage systems are key to clean energy, but they face growing cybersecurity risks. Learn why protecting them matters.

November 11, 2025  •  3 min read

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Latest From the Energy World

Spain Portugal blackout

Energy News

The Day the Lights Went Out in Southern Europe

A massive blackout hit Spain and Portugal in April 2025. What caused it and what does it mean for energy policy?

May 15, 2025  •  3 min read

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New York nuclear plant

Energy News

Nuclear Rebirth: New York to Build Its First Plant in Over 30 Years

New York's first nuclear plant in decades signals a major shift in how states are thinking about clean, reliable power.

November 4, 2025  •  3 min read

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US nuclear energy

Energy News

U.S. Bets Big on Nuclear Energy

Executive orders aim to fast-track nuclear energy development and modernize regulations across the country.

October 28, 2025  •  3 min read

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US grid blackout risk

Energy News

Could the United States Go Dark? Signs of an Impending Global Blackout

Experts warn of growing cyber threats and grid vulnerabilities. How prepared is the U.S.?

January 13, 2026  •  4 min read

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Chinese kill switches solar

Energy News

Chinese 'Kill Switches' Found Hidden in U.S. Solar Farms

Hidden devices in Chinese-made inverters raise national security concerns about the U.S. solar grid.

November 18, 2025  •  3 min read

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Blackout risk renewables

Energy News

U.S. Faces Blackout Risk Due to Too Much Reliance on Renewables Without Backup

A new report warns of grid instability as the U.S. adds renewables without sufficient backup power.

December 16, 2025  •  3 min read

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Uranium comeback

Energy News

America's Uranium Comeback: Power, Politics, and a Radioactive Revival

As global demand rises, the U.S. uranium industry is making a comeback. Explore how nuclear energy could shape America's future.

October 21, 2025  •  4 min read

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EV adoption slowdown

Energy News

Electric Vehicle Adoption Slows Down in the U.S. Due to Changes in Federal Policies

EV adoption is slowing due to reduced federal support, rising costs, and consumer concerns about the transition.

September 23, 2025  •  4 min read

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Uranium nuclear comeback

Energy News

The Quiet Comeback of Uranium: Why Nuclear Power Is Back in America's Energy Mix

Uranium production is rising in the U.S. as the country boosts nuclear energy and builds fuel supply independence.

October 14, 2025  •  4 min read

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Vatican renewable energy

Energy News

The Vatican Goes Green: Renewable Energy Under Rome's Sky

The Vatican is going green with solar panels and a new agrovoltaic plant, leading by example in the push for renewables.

November 25, 2025  •  3 min read

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Clean energy funding cuts

Energy News

U.S. Clean Energy Projects at Risk as Carbon Removal Funding Faces Cuts

The U.S. may cut funding for key carbon removal and hydrogen hubs, raising concerns about climate progress.

December 9, 2025  •  3 min read

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Companies clean energy investment

Energy News

U.S. Companies Continue Investing in Clean Energy Despite Federal Policy Setbacks

Despite shifting federal policies, U.S. companies are doubling down on clean energy investments and leading innovation.

December 2, 2025  •  4 min read

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