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Last Updated: 06/12/2023

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Why is My Electricity Bill so High?

Is your electricity bill burning a hole in your wallet from rising costs? You're not alone - many Americans are shocked when they see how much they pay for electricity each month. It can be challenging to figure out why ...

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Can Renters Switch Electricity Providers?

As a renter, you may think you're stuck with whatever electricity provider your landlord has chosen for the building. However, this is usually not the case! In many states, renters have the power to choose their own electricity provider. This ...

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The Top 5 States With The Worst Air Quality

Recently, conversations regarding air quality have become quite commonplace. Experts estimate that over 105,000 people die prematurely in the U.S. annually from air pollution. Additionally, air pollution is estimated to cost our country nearly $900 billion annually (that's over 5% ...

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Tips for Keeping Your Electricity Bill Down as Temperatures Fall

As the weather turns colder, many of us start cranking up the thermostat to stay warm. But, with energy rates at historic highs, you may dread opening your next winter electricity bill. Fortunately, there are things you can do to ...

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Are Energy Efficient Appliances Worth The Investment?

We've all been there... wandering down the home appliance aisle at Home Depot or Lowes, wondering what's with all of these Energy STAR and Energy Guide labels? They're found on newer and slightly more expensive models. Many of us are ...

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How Urban Families Can “Live off the Grid”

A new trend is gaining attention across the U.S. Off-grid living. And no matter where you live in the United States, you’ve likely heard mention of it. Essentially, it means living off of the electricity or power grid system. Typically ...

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What is Texas Doing to Prevent Grid Failure in the Future

They say everything's bigger In Texas... and that's certainly true for the electricity grid system down in the Longhorn state. Texas boasts one of the world’s largest grid networks. It's quite impressive, but extreme weather can also mean massive statewide ...

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1 in 4 Americans at risk: here’s how to weather winter blackouts

We've all worried about it. Pitch black in your house. You're shivering over flashlights. Internets out. The water heater is out. And you can't get an answer when the electricity will be back on. Power outages and rolling blackouts like ...

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Just passed in MA: Eversource’s 43% rate hike effective January 2023 statewide.

Massachusetts state regulators just approved Eversource’s 43% electricity rate hike. Considering, Eversource is New England’s largest power provider, this is a big deal! It will affect nearly everyone living in MA. To be clear, eastern MA residents, familiar with the ...

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The 2 Largest Power Providers in CT Are Increasing Rates 48% in 2023

Connecticut residents will see an electricity price hike of over 48% this January! If you live in Connecticut, your electricity bills are going to increase by an average of $85 per month. The two largest power providers in the state, ...

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