Energy markets operate most effectively when government intervention is minimal, encouraging competition and consumer options. Several states have not achieved this ideal, despite claims of deregulation. Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, for example, prevent regulated power distribution companies from directly supplying energy to consumers through a vertically integrated system. This restricts consumer ability to select

Texas Residents Increasingly Favor Green Energy Options The Texas electricity market, characterized by deregulation allowing consumers to choose their Retail Electric Provider, is seeing a surge in demand for green energy plans. This shift is driven by increasing awareness of renewable energy sources and the ability to align energy choices with both environmental and financial

A Kensington resident urged the select board to support a warrant article to withdraw from Community Power (CPCNH), citing rate increases and alleged supplier influence; the energy committee and select board members urged monitoring and said residents can opt out individually, recommending no immediate town withdrawal.

Generally don't get to choose your local utility in Ohio, the company that delivers your energy through wires or pipes. But you can choose which company supplies the electricity or natural gas that…

Supporters of HR 4690 told the Rules Committee the bill would remove inflexible federal fossil‑fuel phaseout mandates for buildings and let agencies choose the most practical energy source; Democrats said repealing mandates would undercut electrification, efficiency and long‑term savings for taxpayers.

The Michigan House on Dec. 16 passed House Bill 4486 to prohibit municipalities from banning natural gas or propane infrastructure. Supporters framed the bill as protecting energy choice and affordability; opponents registered widespread opposition in the 61–42 roll-call vote.

Pioneer Community Energy presented a feasibility study and invited the county to file CPUC paperwork to explore joining a CCA. Several supervisors said they lacked sufficient information or comfort to proceed and the item produced no motion; staff will continue to track regional CCA developments.

Council reviewed a 30-day notice about Amendment No. 8 to the Pioneer Community Energy joint powers agreement, which would add five jurisdictions and roughly double Pioneers purchasing base. Councilmember Carter asked for direction; after staff and Pioneer representatives answered questions about buying power and market conditions, the councils (

Supervisors heard hours of public comment and decided not to vote on Oct. 21, directing staff to compare other community choice aggregation options and return with a plan.

Officials consider allowing residents to choose electric suppliers as market stabilizes.

Generally don't get to choose your local utility in Ohio, the company that delivers your energy through wires or pipes. But you can choose which company supplies the electricity or natural gas that…

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) requires Ohio energy marketers to list their electric and natural gas offers on its Energy Choice Ohio website, also known as “

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) requires Ohio energy marketers to list their electric and natural gas offers on its Energy Choice Ohio website, also known as “

After a detailed briefing from CCA organizers and questions from supervisors and residents, the board approved Resolution 2026-12 urging legislators to enable Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) in Pennsylvania; presenters emphasized opt-out protections and potential average savings of about 6%.