Written By: David Cosseboom | Updated On: May 6th, 2025
About Stream Energy
Stream Energy, a subsidiary of NRG, founded in 2004 and based in Dallas, TX is a retail energy company offering electric and natural gas service to both residential and commercial customers in nine states and Washington, D.C. Customers can choose between fixed rate, variable rate and renewable plan options.
Stream Energy Coverage Area
Stream Energy primarily provides residential electricity and natural gas services, depending on your location. In Texas, it’s all about electricity, you can shop for fixed or variable rate electric plans that fit your lifestyle. In the Northeast and Midwest states where natural gas competition is open, Stream also offers natural gas plans to help keep your home warm and your bills predictable. The company’s goal is to keep things simple and reliable, making sure you know exactly what you’re signing up for, whether you need lights on in your home or heat in the winter.
Their coverage area spans across locations in Texas, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Illinois, Delaware, Ohio, and Washington D.C. Their service area includes New York City, Chicago, Dallas, and Houston.
Stream Energy Plans and Pricing
Fixed Rate Plans
Stream Energy’s fixed-rate plans lock in your rate per kWh during the entire length of your contract. This can help protect your household from market fluctuations and help you budget properly for utility bills. You are locked into a contract for some amount of time and could incur early termination penalties if you switch providers.
Variable Rate Plans
A variable-rate plan from Stream Energy allows you to switch providers or cancel service at any time. The rate per kWh varies each month and is susceptible to market fluctuations.
Renewable Energy Plans
The renewable energy plans offered by Stream Energy are filled with energy from 100% renewable sources. These renewable sources are ones that do not produce carbon emissions and air pollution. Stream energy’s renewable plans utilize solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind power, low-impact hydropower, geothermal energy, biologically derived methane gas, fuel cells, biomass energy, coal mine methane, large scale hydropower, waste coal, distributed generation systems, demand-side management, municipal solid waste, generation of electricity utilizing byproducts of the pulping process and wood, and integrated combined coal gasification technology.
Stream Energy also offers eco+ which can be added to any eligible plan. For a small monthly fee a renewable energy certificate for 1000 kWh of energy is purchased to offset the first 1000 kWh you use that month.
Stream Energy Plans and Rates
| Plan Name | Rate | Plan Type | Renewable | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Choice 36 | $0.185 /kWh | 36 Months Fixed Rate | 0% | $395.00 |
| Smart Choice 24 | $0.189 /kWh | 24 Months Fixed Rate | 0% | $295.00 |
| Green & Clean 24 | $0.195 /kWh | 24 Months Fixed Rate | 100% | $295.00 |
| Simple & Secure 36 Month | $0.195 /kWh | 36 Months Fixed Rate | 24% | $395.00 |
| Simple & Secure 24 Month | $0.199 /kWh | 24 Months Fixed Rate | 24% | $295.00 |
| Green & Clean 12 | $0.199 /kWh | 12 Months Fixed Rate | 100% | $150.00 |
| Flex Choice Intro | $0.199 /kWh | Variable Rate | 24% | $0.00 |
| Conserve and Save 12 | $0.206 /kWh | 12 Months Fixed Rate | 24% | $150.00 |
*Rates and plans may vary by location. See Stream Energy for terms, conditions and pricing in your location.
Stream Energy Fees & Cancellation Policy
Some Stream Energy plans are subject to minimum usage fee which typically runs around $10.95 a month if you don’t use at least 1000 kWh in that month. Your bill may also include a Stream Energy charge and TDU charges that start around $4.95 per month. If you are on a plan with a contract and decide to cancel or switch you’ve finished out your contract term, you could incur an early termination fee (ETF) of anywhere from $150-$395.