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Texas Electricity Trends for 2023

Texas electricity trends for 2023 show lower prices than 2022 and more options for short and long term electricity contracts. Other trends in Texas electricity include green energy plans going mainstream, more consumers choosing to add solar panels to their homes, and opportunities to get rewarded for cutting your usage.

This is also the year that market restructuring will occur, as Texas looks to ensure grid reliability. Those changes will drive up future electricity prices beyond 2023.

We’ll review all that and more below. If you’re in a hurry and just want to find your best electricity plan? Jump right to our recommendations to find the best electricity rates.

Connecticut Electricity Rates Skyrocket in 2023

Electricity rates in Connecticut are going up an unprecedented 88% to 100% on January 1, 2023. Here’s the information you need to make the best decision for your home or small business.

TLDR: Time to shop for a competitive supplier for your home or business in Connecticut. You can lock in a rate that’s lower than the utility price.

ElectricityPlans Named to the 18th Annual Aggie 100, Honored as Fastest-Growing Company

What an amazing honor to serve our customers.

Because of you, on November 4th, 2022, ElectricityPlans.com was among the top 100 companies from around the world selected for the 18^th annual Aggie 100^TM which honors the fastest growing companies owned by former students of Texas A&M University.

Electric Vehicle Fleets: A Guide for Business Owners

If you have a fleet of vehicles for your business, you may be considering going EV for your next purchase. With good reason. There are now more choices for passenger and light-duty fleet vehicles. Here’s a basic guide to fleet electrification 101.

How to Lower Your Electricity Bill this Winter

It’s the Texas double whammy for electricity bills. We often think that only our summer electricity bills are high. But your winter electricity bill can also be expensive depending on our winter weather.

Will Electricity Prices Fall this Fall in Texas?

We get questions like this all the time from customers, friends and neighbors. Will electricity prices fall this fall?

Normally we would say, of course! Electricity prices always drop in the fall in Texas. And this year is no exception, based on what we’re seeing with pricing. Prices are dropping… just not as far as we all hoped.

See our Texas Electricity Rate Trends 2023 article for the latest electricity price forecast for 2023.

Tax Credits for EV, Solar & Electrification – The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 focuses on incentives for clean energy investments, including tax credits for consumers. The legislation includes emissions standards, tax incentives and grants with the goal of reducing carbon emissions by 40% by 2030.

But what’s in it for you? Tax credits for solar panels, battery storage, electric vehicles and electric appliances.

Top 5 Texas Business Electricity Mistakes

Shopping for business electricity in Texas can be a challenge. Here are the top 5 Texas business electricity mistakes made by business owners. And how to avoid them.

Cheapest Electricity Rates in Texas (March 2023)

Finding the cheapest electricity rates in Texas doesn’t have to be hard. Every month we update our recommendation for the top 3 cheapest electricity companies in Texas, and our cheapest electricity rates for fixed rates plans. Here’s the March 2023 update.

Best Cities for Solar Panels in Texas

Texas is a top state for residential solar panels. According to Google Project Sunroof, 90% of Texas buildings are solar friendly. But what are the top cities for solar panels in Texas? And why are they the best cities to consider rooftop solar? Here’s our summary of the best cities for solar in Texas, based on third party data.

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