Here’s an extensive Electricity Glossary that includes standard definitions of electricity terms and definitions for the Texas electricity market. With this glossary, you’ll be able to speak with electric companies, brokers, and consultants about your home and business electricity needs. For best results, use the glossary in tandem with the following guides to help you … Continued
There are steps you can take for safety whether you’re staying put or your’e evacuating. Keep in mind that not everyone is capable of getting out of the path of the hurricane. And even if your area isn’t in the hurricane’s direct path, it may still suffer damage from storms that form off the edge … Continued
What is a Fixed-Rate Electricity Plan? A fixed-rate plan has a static energy rate per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for the duration of the plan’s contract. These plans offer contract periods ranging from six months to 60 months. Fixed-rate plans offer security from sudden price changes but also bind you in a contract, preventing you from enjoying … Continued
Best Texas Electricity Rates and Plans Our team recommends electricity plans with transparent fixed rates and a contract term of at least 12 months because they deliver the most predictable power bills. We do not recommend bill credit plans or plans with pricing gimmicks because they often lead to unpredictable energy costs. Bill credit plans … Continued
In the mid-90’s, wind power seemed to have questionable potential as an alternative renewable energy source. Energy prices had crashed and wind energy developers were having a difficult time keeping the doors open. Then the U.S. government stepped in with funding programs that gave the industry a boost and helped launch extraordinary advancements that we … Continued
Average kWh Usage in Texas by Home Size Before choosing an energy plan, determine your household’s average kWh usage per month. Below are some quick statistics for various house sizes: These are just estimates. Your actual kWh usage can vary depending on your energy usage habits, the number of people you live with, and the … Continued
Understanding Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) Renewable Energy Certificates, or RECs, are like green ‘tags’ for electricity generated from renewable resources like wind, solar, and hydroelectricity. Each REC symbolizes a single MWh of electricity created and fed into the grid from an acceptable renewable energy source. When you purchase a REC, you’re buying proof of generation … Continued
What is Home Solar Energy? Solar energy is energy captured from sunlight and converted into power to generate electricity by photovoltaic cells in panels. This is done by using solar panels installed on the roof of a home or nearby structure, or implemented into a solar farm, which uses them to mass produce solar energy. … Continued
What Does It Mean To Track Electricity Usage? Tracking electricity usage is the process of learning more about which of your household appliances and devices consume the most energy. Electric usage monitoring can help you determine what uses the most electricity in a home. While your monthly bill can tell you your overall usage, it … Continued
1. Unplug Electronics You’re Not Using Electronic devices can consume energy even when you’re not actively using them; this is called “vampire energy.” You can make a habit of powering down equipment around your home after you’ve finished a task. For example, you can unplug your toaster oven or air fryer once your food has … Continued
What Uses the Most Electricity in a Home? In most households, especially in Texas, the heating and cooling system uses the most electricity, and the water heater uses the second-most energy. Your home’s lights and the refrigerator use the next most electricity. Here’s a breakdown of how much the average appliance uses in electricity. How … Continued
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Flagship Power offers fixed-rate electricity in Texas, with cheap electric rates in its bill credit plans and moderately-priced straightforward plans. The company is Texas owned and operated by a former president of Shell Energy. With Flagship, you’ll find both traditional and 100% clean energy options. Flagship is no longer enrolling new customers in Texas. Current … Continued
CPL Retail Energy ceased operations in January 2021 when NRG Energy acquired the company. CPL is no longer operational and will not accept new customers. As a subsidiary of NRG, Reliant Energy now serves former CPL customers. Former CPL customers can contact Reliant at 866-735-1218 for details on their usage, billing, payment history and other … Continued
