Times are tough right now with inflation. And with rising electricity costs, it may get hard to pay your electricity bill. You can get help paying your electric bill in Texas. Here’s how.
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Why are Texas Electricity Prices So High?
In 2022, we had some of the highest electricity prices since deregulation. But now? Prices have come down by 30% or more vs. last year.
Here’s a recap on why prices are so high some years (and during the summer) and some strategies on how to get the best price for your home or business.
For the latest on electricity price forecast, check our article on 2023 Texas Electricity Price Trends or enter your zip code below.
How to Read Your Commercial Electricity Bill
TDSP Charges can account for 50% or more of your company’s electricity bill. Yet, it’s the section of your electricity bill that you have the least control over.
Have you ever opened your commercial electricity bill to find surprising delivery charges? This typically happens in the demand portion of your commercial bill, but other areas can also be a surprise.
What exactly are these TDSP charges on your electricity bill? And, more importantly, what can you do about them? Here’s how to read your commercial electricity bill.
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Sustainable Home vs. Eco Friendly Home – What’s the Difference?
Sustainable living, green living, eco friendly homes. What do these all mean? And what can you do to make your home environmentally friendly this Earth Day and every day? In this article, we break down the basics, plus give tips on how to make your home more environmentally friendly.
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89 Ways to Save on Your Electric Bill
When it comes to home budgeting, your electricity bill takes a big portion of your paycheck each month. We’ve scoured the internet for you to come up with how to save on your electric bill. And here are 89 of them. These simple tasks can lower your electricity bill while maintaining your home comfort.
Texas Electricity Trends for 2022
Texas electricity rates in 2022 continue to show the greatest value with long terms plans. The other big trend? More green energy electricity plans as Texas moves generation to renewable energy.
(In a hurry? Jump right to our recommendations on the best residential Texas electricity plan for 2022.)
Using an Energy Broker for Commercial Electricity
Many businesses use an energy broker to shop for commercial electricity. An energy broker can show you prices from multiple electricity companies and help you quickly find the best rates. If you’re wondering, “Should my business work with an energy broker?” here’s information that can help you decide.
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Best Thermostat Settings for Vacation
The plans have been made. The bags are packed. You deserve a vacation. But what are the best thermostat settings for vacation to keep your electricity bill low? In other words, when you’re in vacation mode, is there a vacation mode for your house?
Here are the best thermostat settings for winter vacation and summer vacation. Plus we settle that question of whether you should turn your thermostat off when you leave for vacation.
Texas Ancillary Services – What Are They? And Why Should You Care?
If you’re a business owner in Texas, you need to know that Ancillary Services could be passed through on your bill, depending on your contract language.
That’s what a number of businesses found out after Winter Storm Uri in February 2021. They were saddled with high bills from Ancillary Services pass-through charges when the wholesale price of ancillaries spiked as high as $25,000 per MWh on the ERCOT market.
That’s led to changes in the ERCOT market. And some of the cots related to it may be passed through to you. Here’s what you need to know about Ancillary Services in Texas.
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Developing a Sustainability Strategy for Your Small Business
A sustainability strategy for your small business can help you attract new employees and new clients, as well as contribute to a greener environment. And becoming a green business can have a big impact on your bottom line. Here’s how to develop a sustainability strategy for your business.
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