Archive for December, 2014

 

Ohio Electric Energy Law

December 31, 2014
In the state of Ohio, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) regulates electric energy utilities. PUCO protects Ohioans against unfair utility services by monitoring and enforcing PUCO rules and state laws. PUCO also controls electric rates and resolves disputes between utilities and residential or business customers, guaranteeing the availability…
 

Planning for Your First Utility Bill

December 25, 2014
If you are moving in to your first apartment or home, there are a lot of considerations to take into account that you might not be used to yet. Paying rent or your mortgage is the largest expense you will face, but don’t forget about your utility bill! Depending on…
 

Electric Safety Tips

December 24, 2014
Electricity is incredibly important in our everyday lives. The use of electricity is so ubiquitous that it is easy to forget how powerful and dangerous electricity can be. If not taken seriously, electricity accidents can cause severe bodily damage and even death. Below, you will find some electric safety tips…
 

What is Green Energy?

December 19, 2014
Traditional American energy resources like coal, oil, and natural gas, are available in limited supplies and can be classified as non-renewable energy. However, renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, and hydro power, can be replenished naturally over relatively short periods of time. Today, renewable energy (also called green energy) is…
 

Energy Efficiency Programs in Ohio

December 17, 2014
If you are looking to become more energy efficient, the state of Ohio is ready to assist you! There are currently many programs available in Ohio, which should help increase your energy efficiency and save you money. Below you will find an overview of some of these programs. Alternative Fuel…
 

How Much Does Electricity Really Cost?

December 11, 2014
We all use electricity in our daily lives, but how often do you stop to think about how much electricity actually costs? For all of the wonderful, modern benefits we receive from electricity, the actual price for a consumer is relatively low. Let’s take a look at the prices of…
 

Nuclear Energy in Ohio

December 10, 2014
When you think clean energy, nuclear power is probably not the first thing to come to mind. However, nuclear energy is actually considered a “green” energy source-it benefits the environment because the process of generating electricity doesn’t require the use of fossil fuels. And as more methods are developed to…
 

Give Thanks for Saving Energy!

Happy holidays! Being thankful and sharing large meals with loved ones typically characterizes the holiday season. We’re often not so thankful for our energy bills, though, as we tend to be wasteful with our energy usage during this time of year. However, properly planning your holidays can help cut down…
 

Pellet Stoves vs. Wood Stoves: Which is More Energy Efficient?

Pellet stoves have become very popular in the world of green home heating. However, pellet stoves are not superior to other methods, like the traditional wood stove, in every single way. In fact, there are certain ways that wood stoves are better than pellet stoves. So, which is actually better…