ABACCUS 2009 – Connecticut Ranks "Good" ABACCUS, which stands for Annual Baseline Assessment of Choice in Canada and the United States, is an annual report card on the status of retail competition in residential and commercial/industrial power markets., December 15, 2009
2009 Tropical Storm Names A list of the National Hurricane Center's 2009 Atlantic storm names, August 15, 2009
The 2009 tropical cyclone names for the Atlantic storms and the history behind how they come up with the names.
Tips to help you prepare for the summer storm season Be prepared for severe summer storms, June 1, 2009
Lightning from summer thunderstorms can strike electrical equipment and strong winds can cause tree limbs or weakened trees to fall on electrical wires resulting in power outages.
2009 Hurricane Forecast Hurricane forecasters at Colorado State University release their predictions, April 15, 2009
Hurricane forecasters at Colorado State are expecting 14 named storms this summer, which would be the lowest actual total since 2002.
Ways To Save Your Business Money Use the links to find information on ways to save energy., March 9, 2009
Many resources are available to Connecticut businesses and communities for finding energy savings.
Green Power Partnership US Environmental Protection Agency, January 7, 2009
The Green Power Partnership is a voluntary program that supports the organizational procurement of green power by offering expert advice, technical support, tools and resources.
Confused about Demand Response? Demand Response Programs, October 14, 2008
Demand Response (DR) programs help reduce energy costs and also help system integrity during emergencies.
The Costs Associated with "Phantom" Load In the typical American home, there is a constant waste of electricity, September 9, 2008
Some devices draw power even when they are not in use or are switched off.
"Phantom" Electric Load What Is It Costing at Your House?, July 17, 2008
Many home electronic devices draw electricity all the time unless they're unplugged or shut off with a power strip.
Tips to save on gasoline costs Have a trip planned this summer? Here are a few tips to maximize your fuel efficiency., June 20, 2008
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection issued a press release recently with the following tips to help motorists achieve maximum mileage per gallon.
Rates continue to rise Soaring gas and oil prices are pushing utilities to request rate increases, May 29, 2008
Because much of the electircity used in New England is derived from oil and gas, electric utilities that serve MA and CT are having to raise rates due to soaring prices for those commodities.
UPDATE - Price Watch Aggregation continues to grow Over 100 new accounts added since last update, April 16, 2008
The Price Watch Aggregation continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Get some buying clout! Want more bargaining power? New Price Watch Aggregation forming!, March 17, 2008
Northeast Energy Partners is in the process of forming their largest aggregation to date
What is a REC? Renewable Energy Certificate (REC), March 4, 2008
A Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) represents the technology and environmental attributes of one megawatt hour (MWh) of electricity generated from renewables to the power grid.
Monthly Estimated Appliance Use What do household appliances cost you per month?, September 20, 2007
Estimated Cost of Household appliances based on a 10-12 cent generation price
ASK to see an ID! Utility Reps at your Door, September 5, 2007
If Someone comes to your door and says he or she represents your Local Utility, whether it be gas, electric, water, etc. Ask to see the Employee's ID card.
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