As winter settles into southeastern Pennsylvania, homeowners are facing a new hurdle in their utility budgets. Effective December 1, 2025, PECO Energy has officially raised its residential “Price to Compare” (PTC) for electricity supply. The rate has increased from $0.1040 per kWh to $0.11024 per kWh. While a roughly 6% increase may seem modest at first glance,…
Prevent accidents and save energy with these practical strategies for your lighting, electrical, and security systems. The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique risks to your home’s utility systems and overall security. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), electrical distribution and lighting equipment are a leading cause of…
As winter temperatures settle into the Miami Valley, residents in Southwest Ohio are facing a sharp increase in their heating costs. Effective today, Duke Energy Ohio has adjusted its Gas Cost Recovery (GCR) rate to approximately $0.49 per hundred cubic feet (ccf), a significant jump from the November rate of $0.34 per ccf. While energy…
Natural gas bills for millions of Ohioans are set to climb sharply as winter officially sets in. Effective for the December billing cycle, Columbia Gas of Ohio has adjusted its Standard Choice Offer (SCO) rate to $0.7674 per Ccf (100 cubic feet). This represents a 15.8% increase from last month’s rate of $0.6626 per Ccf.…
In the simplest terms: biomass energy is energy derived from organic matter, things that were once living (plants, trees, agricultural residues, even waste) or things that continue to be “bio-based” (manure, landfill gas, etc.). According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), wood is the largest biomass energy resource in the U.S., and other sources…
Shopping for an electric supplier in Ohio can feel overwhelming, especially with dozens of options, promo rates, fine-print fees, and contract terms that all look similar at a glance. The good news is that Ohio’s deregulated electricity market gives you the freedom to choose a plan that fits your budget, lifestyle, and preferences, whether you…
Hydropower, or hydroelectric power, is one of the oldest and most reliable ways humans have learned to turn nature into energy. At its core, hydropower uses the movement of water to generate electricity. When rivers flow or water falls from a height, that movement carries kinetic energy. Hydropower systems capture that energy and convert it…
Shopping for natural gas in Georgia can feel overwhelming, there are almost a dozen certified marketers, all promising savings, perks, or “the best” customer service. The truth is, prices and fees can vary widely depending on who you choose, and the fine print often makes the difference between a good deal and a frustrating one.…
Our Methodology for Ranking Retail Electric Providers We built this ranking to help households make clear, confident choices in deregulated electricity markets. It combines objective, public data with real-world customer signals, then translates everything into a single, easy-to-compare ranking. What we evaluate We score each retail electric provider on six dimensions that matter most to…
Our Methodology for Evaluating Natural Gas Providers We built this ranking to help households make clear, confident choices in deregulated natural-gas markets. It combines objective, public data with real-world customer signals, then translates everything into a single, easy-to-compare score. What we evaluate We score each marketer on six dimensions that matter most to shoppers: How…