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# Retail Energy Advancement League

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- [Massachusetts Senate Votes to Let Municipalities Eliminate Energy Choice; REAL Says Lawmakers Chose Government Control Over Consumer Freedom](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-senate-votes-to-let-municipalities-eliminate-energy-choice-real-says-lawmakers-chose-government-control-over-consumer-freedom/) - BOSTON (July 1, 2026) — The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) issued the following statement after the Massachusetts Senate voted to advance legislation allowing municipalities to eliminate residents' ability to shop for their own electricity (Senate Bill 3143, Section 35). This statement can be attributed to Chris Ercoli, president and CEO of the Retail Energy
- [New Report: BYOP Is the Missing Piece to Protect West Virginia Ratepayers and Power Economic Growth](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-report-byop-is-the-missing-piece-to-protect-west-virginia-ratepayers-and-power-economic-growth/) - CHARLESTON, WV (June 30, 2026) –– A new report from the Cardinal Institute concludes that West Virginia is at a disadvantage in the "electricity backyard brawl," with households spending a larger share of their income on electricity than residents of any neighboring state and businesses struggling to remain competitive. The report also highlights how neighboring
- [Retail Energy Choice Advocates Win Free Speech, Renewable Energy Battle over Maryland Legislation Harming Consumer Options](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/retail-energy-choice-advocates-win-free-speech-renewable-energy-battle-over-maryland-legislation-harming-consumer-options/) - ARLINGTON, VA (May 15, 2026) — The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) today announced a significant legal victory after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ruled in favor of REAL and its co-plaintiff, Green Mountain Energy Company, in their challenge to Maryland’s Senate Bill 1 (2024). The court reversed the lower court’s
- [Energy Reform Gains Ground as Missouri Lawmakers Target Utility Monopoly, Advocate for Consumer Options ](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-reform-gains-ground-as-missouri-lawmakers-target-utility-monopoly-advocate-for-consumer-options/) - Lawmakers and advocates rally at Missouri Capitol for energy choice legislation, testify at a Senate hearing as consumers grapple with costly electric bills JEFFERSON CITY (March 31, 2026) –– As electric rates continue to rise for Missourians, momentum continues to build in Jefferson City for a solution that will give consumers the power to hold
- [Energy Advocates Commend IURC for Investigating Electricity Affordability Concerns](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-advocates-commend-iurc-for-investigating-electricity-affordability-concerns/) - INDIANAPOLIS, IN (March 24, 2026) –– The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) has issued the following statement in response to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission opening an investigation into energy affordability for Indiana ratepayers. The following statement can be attributed to Chris Ercoli, president and CEO of the Retail Energy Advancement League. The Indiana Utility
- [Second Bill Introduced Targeting Rising Electricity Costs for Major Employers in West Virginia](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/second-bill-introduced-targeting-rising-electricity-costs-for-major-employers-in-west-virginia/) - Companion bill for the Energy Freedom & Fairness Act introduced in the House to relieve energy demand pressure on utilities, protect ratepayers from new generation costs CHARLESTON, WV (Feb. 11, 2026) –– Del. Tristan Leavitt has introduced House Bill 5411, the Energy Freedom & Fairness Act, in the House chamber. This legislation allows commercial and
- [Benefits of Competitive Energy Markets](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/benefits-of-competitive-energy-markets/) - Along with cost-savings, the benefits of energy choice include carbon emissions reductions, economic development, grid resilience, innovation and more.
- [What Is Energy Choice?](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/what-is-energy-choice/) - Have you heard of energy choice? REAL walks you through energy choice; the concept, its history, how it works, and where it's available.
- [New Legislation Targets Rising Electricity Costs for Major Employers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-legislation-targets-rising-electricity-costs-for-major-employers/) - Bill relieves energy demand pressure on utilities, protects ratepayers from new generation costs CHARLESTON, WV (Feb. 3, 2026) –– New legislation was introduced to strengthen West Virginia’s energy market by giving major employers new options to manage electricity costs, while protecting residential and small business ratepayers. The bill, Senate Bill 733 introduced by Sen. Patricia
- [Energy Aggregation Isn’t Just for Businesses — Schools Benefit Too](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-aggregation-isnt-just-for-businesses-schools-benefit-too/) - Local governments are always looking to manage property and school taxes. Public education is an expense spread across the entire community, and finding savings in that expense directly benefits residents. Just as homeowners deal with electric bills that can deliver real sticker shock, school districts face the same challenge. A 2002 fact sheet from the
- [Lawmakers Working to Address Rising Electric Rates Re-Introduce Bills to Break up the Utility Monopoly](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/lawmakers-working-to-address-rising-electric-rates-re-introduce-bills-to-break-up-the-utility-monopoly/) - Customers held captive by utility companies are demanding alternative solutions as electric rates increase JEFFERSON CITY (Jan. 20, 2026) –– Sen. Nick Schroer (St. Charles County), Rep. Tricia Byrnes (St. Charles County) and Rep. Don Mayhew (Miller and Pulaski Counties) re-introduced legislation aimed at ending Missouri’s monopoly utility model. The bills create electricity options for
- [New Legislation Targets Large Energy Users, Relieves Electric Grid Strain](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-legislation-targets-large-energy-users-relieves-electric-grid-strain/) - Bill will protect ratepayers from new generation costs by decreasing energy demand pressure on Indiana utility companies INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Jan. 14, 2026) – New legislation was introduced today to strengthen Indiana’s energy market by giving major employers new options to manage electricity costs — while protecting residential and small business ratepayers from growing energy demands.
- [The Real Story Behind Electricity Price Comparisons](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/the-real-story-behind-electricity-price-comparisons/) - When it comes to measuring the success of energy markets, one metric often gets the most attention: price per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity. On the surface, this simple way of comparing prices might seem like the best way to compare state electricity market success. But in reality, focusing solely on this number paints an incomplete
- [Competitive Energy Markets Provide Greater Resource Adequacy and Meet Energy Demands](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/competitive-energy-markets-provide-greater-resource-adequacy-and-meet-energy-demands/) - From roughly 1990 to 2020, electricity markets operated in what could be called the “flat load era” — marked by slow, stable demand growth and a centralized, fuel-based generation mix. But since 2020, the landscape has shifted dramatically. Drivers of this shift include: a surge in data center development, the push toward electrification of vehicles,
- [How to protect consumers from the energy demands of data centers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/how-to-protect-consumers-from-the-energy-demands-of-data-centers/) - Across the country, news stories are capturing the concerns of utility customers who fear that new data centers will strain electric resources and drive up prices in their communities. This story is playing out in all states, particularly states with vertically integrated electric markets –– states where utilities monopolize and control electricity for consumers. But
- [New Analysis: Retail Electric Supply Rates Offered Massachusetts Customers Up to 14% in Savings on Electric Bills in October](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-analysis-retail-electric-supply-rates-offered-massachusetts-customers-up-to-14-in-savings-on-electric-bills-in-october/) - Consumer Savings Still Available After Eversource and National Grid Hiked Rates BOSTON –– The average lowest price for electricity offered by competitive electric suppliers in October matched the average lowest price in October 2024. Competitive electric suppliers have offered electric plans priced well below the average utility rate in 2025, including September when the average
- [From Earth’s Core to Your Front Door: 65 Years of The Geysers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/from-earths-core-to-your-front-door-65-years-of-the-geysers/) - In northwestern California, miles below the crust of the Earth, there is a natural and clean energy source that can be converted into enough electricity to power 725,000 homes. That energy source is steam. About a quarter million years ago steam began erupting from a hot water geothermal reservoir deep within the Mayacamas Mountain Range.
- [Q&A With McDowell Hetherington: An Experienced Retail Energy Law Firm](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/qa-with-mcdowell-hetherington-an-experienced-retail-energy-law-firm/) - Retail energy suppliers know that navigating today’s legal and regulatory environment can be complex, and having the right legal partner makes all the difference. McDowell Hetherington (MH), a REAL business partner, has built a reputation as a go-to litigation firm for the energy sector, representing clients in high-stakes cases nationwide. REAL spent time with Matt
- [After August 1 Massachusetts Utility Rate Increases, Retail Supply Rates Could Save Consumers Up to 23% on Electric Bills](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/after-august-1-massachusetts-utility-rate-increases-retail-supply-rates-could-save-consumers-up-to-23-on-electric-bills/) - BOSTON –– Most residential electric customers in Massachusetts saw their utility supply rates increase on August 1, as Eversource and National Grid’s basic service rates increased. But residents can save significant money by shopping with a competitive electric supplier. According to a new August rate summary analysis by My Energy Choice, retail electric suppliers have
- [Missourians Are Heating Up Over Electric Bills, Demanding Change](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/missourians-are-heating-up-over-electric-bills-demanding-change/) - Missouri residents continue to speak out about the rising costs they are experiencing in their home electric bills. Within the past year, Missouri utility companies have averaged a four percent increase in the cost of the electricity they supply. Additionally, from 2020 to 2023, they experienced a collective rate increase of 20%. Consumers are noticing
- [Eversource and National Grid Customers Face Electric Utility Rate Increases August 1](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/eversource-and-national-grid-customers-face-electric-utility-rate-increases-august-1/) - BOSTON –– Electric utility rates for most Massachusetts customers will increase on August 1, rising from $13.4 to $14.8 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) in Eversource’s service territory and from $14.7 to $15.4 cents/kWh in National Grid territory. Unitil, which serves electric customers in just four Massachusetts municipalities, is the only utility in the state
- [Grading States On Energy Choice Reveals Consumer Benefits, Monopoly Utility Limitations And Areas For States To Improve](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/grading-states-on-energy-choice-reveals-consumer-benefits-monopoly-utility-limitations-and-areas-for-states-to-improve/) - Harrisburg, PA –– The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) has issued the following statement in response to the development and publishing of R Street Institute’s State-By-State Scorecard on Electricity Competition. The following statement can be attributed to Chris Ercoli, the president and CEO of the Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL). "The Retail Energy Advancement League
- [How Did Your State Score On Electricity Competition — And How Can They Improve?](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/how-did-your-state-score-on-electricity-competition-and-how-can-they-improve/) - Fourteen states currently have a fully restructured competitive electricity market. Nine states are partially restructured. In total, more than 20 states have some form of a competitive electric market. But how great is access to competition in those states? To take a closer look at how state governments and regulators are supporting their residents ––
- [Retail energy shoppers continue to find savings of up to 19% on their electric bill](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/retail-energy-shoppers-continue-to-find-savings-of-up-to-19-on-their-electric-bill/) - BOSTON –– Massachusetts electric customers had 68 fixed-rate offers from competitive energy suppliers in May that were less than the standard supply rate offered by utility companies in the state’s seven service territories. The average rate for the competitive energy supply offers was 11.86 cents a kilowatt hour (kWh), while the collective average rate of
- [Are Pennsylvanians Paying Less For Electricity Today Than They Did In 1996?](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/are-pennsylvanians-paying-less-for-electricity-today-than-they-did-in-1996/) - Over the past 30 years, costs for everyday essentials have climbed — milk is up 34%, eggs by 65%. But what about the electricity powering your fridge? Surprisingly, Pennsylvania shoppers could be paying about the same for electricity in 2024 as they did in 1996 — if they take advantage of the state’s competitive energy
- [Watts That?: Multi-Year Contracts](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-multi-year-contracts/) - When it comes to managing your home or business energy costs, predictability is power. That’s why choosing a multi-year contract can be one of your smartest moves –– especially in a volatile market. Instead of worrying about market trends or renewal deadlines every few months, these contracts allow residential customers and small business owners one
- [April Competitive Electric Supply Offers in Massachusetts Remain Cheaper Than Local Utility Rates ](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/april-competitive-electric-supply-offers-in-massachusetts-remain-cheaper-than-local-utility-rates/) - Customers could have saved up to 19% on their electric bill BOSTON –– Massachusetts electric customers had 34 fixed-rate offers from competitive energy suppliers in April that were less than the standard supply rate offered by utility companies in the state’s seven service territories. The average rate for the competitive energy supply offers was 12.10
- [Legislation Breaking up the Electric Utility Monopoly Makes Progress in Missouri State Legislature](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/legislation-breaking-up-the-electric-utility-monopoly-makes-progress-in-missouri-state-legislature/) - Manufacturers, businesses, nonprofits and residential energy customers advocate for a competitive energy market to enhance energy reliability and reduce costs JEFFERSON CITY –– Missouri legislation to break up the electric utility monopoly continues to advance, presenting a free-market alternative to Senate Bill 4 –– legislation that allows utility companies to charge customers to build future
- [Energy Customers Reeling from High Utility Bills Gather at State House Demanding Lawmakers Restore Energy Choice for Maryland Families](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-customers-reeling-from-high-utility-bills-gather-atstate-house-demanding-lawmakers-restore-energy-choice-for-maryland-families/) - Annapolis, MD –– Energy customers, suppliers and business leaders held a press conference at the State House today asking lawmakers to restore competition to Maryland’s energy market. Customers who once had the ability to shop for lower rates with energy suppliers shared frustrations about legislation that has trapped consumers by forcing them to enroll with their
- [WATT’S THAT: Customers and Advocates Provide Energy Choice Education in Massachusetts](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-customers-and-advocates-provide-energy-choice-education-in-massachusetts/) - As Massachusetts state leaders continue to hear an outcry from constituents over unaffordable energy bills, energy choice shoppers and advocates in March provided lawmakers with stories of personal experiences and an education on how energy customers can reduce their energy bills by shopping for electricity with a competitive supplier. The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL)
- [Energy Shoppers Walk the Halls of the State House Educating Lawmakers on How They Bagged Bargains](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-shoppers-walk-the-halls-of-the-state-house-educating-lawmakers-on-how-they-bagged-bargains/) - BOSTON –– Energy customers who shop for their electricity took to the halls of the State House Wednesday to share the benefits they receive from shopping for their electric supplier. In meetings with lawmakers, these shoppers –– who traveled from across the state –– provided examples of positive shopping experiences that rewarded them with significant
- [Missouri Legislators Support Breaking Up Utility Monopoly to Allow for Competition in Energy Market, Pass Bill Out of Committee](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/missouri-legislators-support-breaking-up-utility-monopoly-to-allow-for-competition-in-energy-market-pass-bill-out-of-committee/) - Jefferson City, MO – Missouri electric customers are one step closer to having new options for their electricity supply. House Bill 417, “The Electrical Choice and Competition Act,” was voted out of the Missouri House General Laws Committee today/yesterday. The bill, introduced by state Rep. Don Mayhew, will break up the electric utility monopoly and
- [Energy Shopping Can Support Massachusetts Energy Affordability Initiatives](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-shopping-can-support-massachusetts-energy-affordability-initiatives/) - BOSTON –– The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) has issued the following statement in response to the Energy Affordability Agenda announced today by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey. The following statement, attributed to Chris Ercoli, president and CEO of the Retail Energy Advancement League, addresses the importance of further educating customers on their energy choices to
- [February Competitive Electric Supply Offers in Massachusetts Remain Cheaper Than Utility Rates](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/february-competitive-electric-supply-offers-in-massachusetts-remain-cheaper-than-utility-rates/) - BOSTON – Massachusetts electric customers had 36 fixed rate offers from competitive energy suppliers in February that were less than the standard supply rate offered by utility companies in the state’s seven service territories. The average rate for the competitive energy supply offers was 12.49 cents a kilowatt hour (kWh), while the collective average rate
- [NEW REPORT: Massachusetts’ Average Residential Utility Electric Rate Was 31% More Than Retail Energy](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-report-reveals-potential-savings-of-31-for-massachusetts-retail-energy-customers/) - Customers had the potential to save up to $763 Million in 2024 collectively by shopping for competitive offers BOSTON –– A new analysis of Massachusetts residential electric rates reveals competitive energy suppliers offered an average lowest monthly fixed rate in 2024 that was five cents a kilowatt hour (kWh) less than the collective average monthly
- [Virginia legislators respond to energy crisis by introducing eight bills to give customers energy choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/virginia-legislators-respond-to-energy-crisis-by-introducing-eight-bills-to-give-customers-energy-choice/) - Energy choice advocates commend lawmakers for offering solutions to address rising energy demand, projected bill increases and shortfalls in capacity RICHMOND, VA (January 22, 2025) –– The Virginia legislative session has kicked off with a flurry of bills introduced to provide energy customers with more options to better serve their electricity needs. Eight bills have
- [Pennsylvania Investigates Resource Adequacy](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/pennsylvania-investigates-resource-adequacy/) - Energy demand is on the rise. The data center boon, decarbonization, and modern electrification efforts are presenting energy challenges. At the same time, new energy sources are coming online with investments in renewable energy. As a result, the power grid is experiencing a transformation, and maintaining resource adequacy is paramount. In an effort to prepare
- [Virginia Customer Survey](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/virginia-customer-survey/)
- [Watts That? Impact of Retail Markets on Renewable Energy Certificates](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-impact-of-retail-markets-on-renewable-energy-certificates/) - Part IIII of a series. Read Part I here, Part II here, and Part III here. Customers looking for ways to support alternative energy to slow the effects of climate change can use Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to do so. Since many consumers typically can’t build and generate renewable energy on their property, RECs give
- [Watts That? Voluntary Green Power Market](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-voluntary-green-power-market/) - Part III of a series. Read Part I here, Part II here, and Part IIII here. The Voluntary Green Market is an alternative to state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate utilities purchase a certain percentage of their energy from renewable sources. The Voluntary Green Power Market enables all customers, including individuals, small businesses, large
- [Watts That? Renewable Energy Certificates Overview](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-renewable-energy-certificates-overview/) - Part I of a series. Read Part II here, Part III here, and Part IIII here. Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) play a pivotal role in the modern energy market. When electricity is generated, the electrons become indistinguishable once they hit the grid and mix with other electrons, therefore making it difficult to determine their exact
- [Watts That? Renewable Portfolio Standard](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/watts-that-rec-series-renewable-portfolio-standard/) - Part II of a series. Read Part I here, Part III here, and Part IIII here. A Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) is a state regulatory policy requiring utilities to either produce or procure a certain amount of electricity from clean, renewable resources like wind and solar. The RPS helps set state environmental goals while encouraging
- [Empowering Choice: How Massachusetts Residents Benefit from Retail Energy Freedom](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/empowering-choice-how-massachusetts-residents-benefit-from-retail-energy-freedom/) - Massachusetts voters won the right to access the retail electric market 26 years ago when they voted overwhelmingly for a referendum question that swept aside the big utility monopoly that had dominated the state’s electricity market for decades. Today, nearly half a million of the state’s residents benefit from shopping in the competitive electric market,
- [Retail Suppliers Accelerate the Adoption of Electric Vehicles](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/retail-suppliers-accelerate-the-adoption-of-electric-vehicles/) - Retail energy suppliers are accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in restructured states by offering innovative and cost-effective energy solutions that align with consumer needs for convenience, sustainability, and affordability. Consumers often face a range of barriers to the adoption of electric vehicles. High installation costs for the charger and inconsistent public charger pricing
- [Lawsuit Against State of Maryland Seeks to Protect Access to Clean Energy Options for Consumers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/lawsuit-against-state-of-maryland-seeks-to-protect-access-to-clean-energy-options-for-consumers/) - Recent legislation forces customers enrolled in clean energy plans to return to fossil-fuel utility service Baltimore, Maryland (October 1, 2024) — Today, the Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) filed a lawsuit challenging the recently enacted Senate Bill 1 (SB1), which restrains retail energy companies from truthfully marketing their clean energy products to residential customers in Maryland,
- [Legislation to Block Energy Choice Elicits Public Outcry from Maryland Customers, Companies and Organizations](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/legislation-to-block-energy-choice-elicits-public-outcry-from-maryland-customers-companies-and-organizations/) - SB 1 cuts clean energy and EV charging products, blocks companies from competing with the utility and backtracks Maryland’s decarbonization progress ANNAPOLIS, March 13, 2024 - Maryland customers, companies and organizations have mobilized in opposition to Senate Bill 1, sponsored by Senator Malcolm Augustine, which would block retail energy suppliers from offering innovative energy products
- [SB1 Veto Letter to Governor Moore of Maryland](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/sb1-veto-letter-to-governor-moore-of-maryland/) - The Honorable Wes Moore 100 State Circle, 2nd Floor Annapolis, MD 21401 Dear Governor Moore: On behalf of the Retail Energy Advancement League, a coalition comprised of retail energy suppliers operating throughout Maryland and the United States, we are writing to urge you to veto Senate Bill 1 and instead ask the Maryland Public Service
- [Empowering Electricity Shoppers: Navigating Rates, Resources, and Consumer Protection](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/empowering-electricity-shoppers-navigating-rates-resources-and-consumer-protection/) - Shopping for electricity for the first time can feel like navigating new terrain, but it’s a process akin to shopping for any other product. Having the right information is essential for making informed decisions. Customers need to understand a few factors like: Changes in utility rates The difference between variable and fixed rates Where to
- [Virginia Energy Summit Takeaway: Let Customers Shop](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/virginia-energy-summit-takeaway-let-customers-shop/) - In Virginia, where 35% of the world’s hyperscale data centers are located, demand is outpacing energy supply. Increases can also be attributed to the electrification of vehicles, heat pumps, and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. Last week, Virginia leaders and policymakers met to discuss the challenges facing the state in meeting energy demand in
- [July Rate Changes in Connecticut and Ohio](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/july-rate-changes-in-connecticut-and-ohio/) - As of July 1, electric rates have been adjusted in Connecticut and Ohio. These changes mark a crucial opportunity for residents to explore their options in the competitive retail energy market. Understanding the Competitive Retail Energy Market In these states, residents aren’t tied to their default utility provider for the supply portion of their bill.
- [Customer Choice: Experts and Regulators Weigh In](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/customer-choice-experts-and-regulators-weigh-in/) - At the Mid-Atlantic Conference of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (MACRUC) annual conference, the panel “Checking in on Customer Choice” brought industry leaders and regulators together to discuss the state of markets. Moderator: PUCO Commissioner John Williams Speakers: Scott Hudson, President of Vistra Retail Rasesh Patel, President of NRG Consumer Shay Reed, Energy Buyer of Costco Wholesale,
- [Exploring New Electric Rates: Opportunities for Savings and Sustainability in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Washington DC](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/exploring-new-electric-rates-opportunities-for-savings-and-sustainability-in-maryland-pennsylvania-illinois-ohio-and-washington-dc/) - As of June 1, electric rates have been adjusted across Illinois, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C. These changes mark a crucial opportunity for residents to explore their options in the competitive retail energy market. Understanding the Competitive Retail Energy Market In these regions, residents aren't tied to their default utility provider for the supply
- [State Profiles](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/state-profiles/)
- [Data Center Energy Demand: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/data-center-energy-demand-challenges-and-solutions/) - Data centers play a vital role in our modern world, enabling the advancements we rely on daily, from cloud computing to AI-driven technologies. As these technologies become increasingly integrated into our lives, the demand for electricity to power data centers naturally escalates. Notably, leading tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are at the forefront
- [Massachusetts Attorney General Publishes Report Demonstrating Retail Energy Supply Customers Saved $30 Million in 2023](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-attorney-general-publishes-report-demonstrating-retail-energy-supply-customers-saved-30-million-in-2023/) - Despite their own data and firsthand accounts from thousands of retail energy customers, Attorney General continues to advocate to close the market BOSTON – The Massachusetts Attorney General released a report today demonstrating that Massachusetts customers enrolled with a retail energy supplier saved $30 million in 2023 compared to customers on utility service. Even greater
- [Massachusetts Electric Consumers Criticize Bill that Would Shut Down State’s Retail Electric Market, Return State to Utility Monopoly](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-electric-consumers-criticize-bill-that-would-shut-down-states-retail-electric-market-return-state-to-utility-monopoly/) - Thousands of retail electric customers want to continue shopping for savings or for value-added products like 100% clean energy. BOSTON – Massachusetts electric consumers today sharply criticized legislation, scheduled for a vote in the State Senate on Thursday, that would shut down the residential competitive retail electric market in the state, denying customers the ability
- [As State Senate Seeks to Ban Consumer Choice in Electricity, Rep. Jeff Roy and House Leaders Are Standing Up for Consumer Savings from Retail Electricity](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/as-state-senate-seeks-to-ban-consumer-choice-in-electricity-rep-jeff-roy-and-house-leaders-are-standing-up-for-consumer-savings-from-retail-electricity/) - As the Massachusetts Senate votes today to ban consumer choice in electricity, leaders in the Massachusetts House are instead standing up for residents who want to shop for a better deal on their electric bill. “It’s time to update the competitive retail supply law, but not to end it. My Committee, the Telecommunications, Utilities and
- [Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel Data Confirms Customers that Shopped for their Energy Supplier Saved $107.6 Million in 2023](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/connecticut-office-of-consumer-counsel-data-confirms-customers-that-shopped-for-their-energy-supplier-saved-107-6-million-in-2023/) - Analysis reveals substantial benefits for consumers in electric supplier market HARTFORD, March 1, 2024 - The monthly Electric Supplier market reports published by Connecticut Office of Consumers Counsel (OCC), an independent agency that advocates for utility ratepayers on issues decided by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, showed customers who shopped for their energy supplier and
- [Retail Energy Industry Letter to Maryland Governor Wes Moore](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/retail-energy-industry-letter-to-maryland-governor-wes-moore/) - Dear Governor Moore: We are writing to express our deep concern with Senate Bill 1/House Bill 267. As currently drafted, and contrary to how it is being positioned, this bill is anti-consumer, anti-business, and anti-environment. If passed, it will drive business out of Maryland, drive up the cost of energy, and take choice away from
- [Customers Unite and Support Legislation Allowing More Competition with Electric Utilities](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/customers-unite-and-support-legislation-allowing-more-competition-with-electric-utilities/) - The proposed bill will expedite a more affordable and reliable transition to a clean energy economy and expand access to the products and services available in the competitive energy market. RICHMOND - Virginia Customers for Energy Choice, a diverse coalition of customers, businesses and environmental groups banded together to support Senate Bill 591 (SB 591)
- [Preserving Maryland's Competitive Energy Market](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/preserving-marylands-competitive-energy-market/) - On January 25th, the Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) presented concerns about Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) before the Maryland Senate’s Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee. SB 1 has sparked intense debate over its potential impact on the state’s energy landscape. REAL opposes SB 1 due to the bill’s lack of substantive consumer protections
- [Massachusetts Residents Missed Out on Potential $1.14 Billion in Electric Bill Savings in 2023](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-residents-missed-out-on-potential-1-14-billion-in-electric-bill-savings-in-2023/) - Analysis Reveals the Financial Benefits of Retail Energy Choice, but Proposed Legislation Threatens Consumer Freedom BOSTON – In 2023, nearly half a million Massachusetts customers chose a competitive electric supplier rather than their default utility provider. Customers choose competitive electric suppliers for a multitude of reasons, including lower rates, predictable bills, 100% renewable energy products,
- [Summary of Resources - Complaint Reporting & Recordkeeping](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/summary-of-resources-complaint-reporting-recordkeeping/)
- [Summary of Resources - Consumer Education](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/summary-of-resources-consumer-education/)
- [At MA State House ‘Energy Market Breakfast,’ REAL & Two Former State Utility Commissioners Present Overview of Energy Market, Share How Consumers Can Shop & Save](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/at-ma-state-house-energy-market-breakfast-real-two-former-state-utility-commissioners-present-overview-of-energy-market-share-how-consumers-can-save/) - Amid rising winter electric rates, REAL and two former state utility commissioners provided a briefing to legislators and staff on the state of the Massachusetts energy market, options for customers seeking cost-savings and resources for their constituents. Presentation summary: Paul Hibbard - Former Chairman of the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities The benefits of a
- [Winter in New England: Q&A with Dan Dolan of NEPGA](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/winter-in-new-england-qa-with-dan-dolan-of-nepga/) - REAL sits down with NEPGA President Dan Dolan to discuss how the New England regional electricity market is preparing for the upcoming winter season.
- [National Grid Announces 30% Increase in Massachusetts Electric Rates](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/national-grid-announces-30-increase-in-massachusetts-electric-rates/) - REAL walks through the upcoming increase in utility rates from National Grid in Massachusetts and releases a shopping guide to help customers save this winter.
- [Guest Contributor Matt Brakey: Ohio's Data Centers Can Unleash the Potential of Demand-Side Electricity Management](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/guest-contributor-matt-brakey-ohios-data-centers-can-unleash-the-potential-of-demand-side-electricity-management/) - Guest contributor Matt Brakey explains how Ohio's competitive market allows for data centers to unleash the full potential of demand-side management.
- [REAL Releases 2022 Retail Electricity and Natural Gas Market Annual Report](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/real-releases-2022-retail-electricity-and-natural-gas-market-annual-report/) - REAL walks through its new report, 2022 Retail Electricity and Natural Gas Market Annual Report, showcasing major trends in the U.S. retail energy industry.
- [MA Electric Customers & Advocates Call for Modernized Competitive Retail Electric Market, Not Return to Utility Monopoly](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/electric-customers-advocates-call-for-modernized-competitive-retail-electric-market-not-return-to-utility-monopoly/) - In a hearing held by the TUE committee of Massachusetts, customers and advocates voiced support for competitive market reform, and against market closure.
- [Massachusetts Residents Speak Out Against Legislation to Block Energy Choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-residents-speak-out-against-legislation-to-block-energy-choice/) - REAL offers commentary on the attempts of Massachusetts lawmakers to close the residential competitive energy market despite residents' opposition.
- [2022 Retail Electricity and Natural Gas Annual Report](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/2022-retail-electricity-and-natural-gas-annual-report/) - This study conducts an assessment of U.S. retail electric and natural gas markets by looking at enrollment numbers, price forecasts, and more.
- [Why Utility Rates Are So High: How Retail Markets Can Help](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/why-utility-rates-are-so-high-how-retail-markets-can-help/) - REAL explains why utility rates across the country have increased so drastically. In addition, we explain how retail energy products offer relief.
- [Benefits of Competitive Electric Vehicle Charging Markets, Part I](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/benefits-of-competitive-electric-vehicle-charging-markets-part-i/) - Frank Lacey discusses the benefits of competitive electric vehicle charging, and why utilities should be kept out of the EV charging market.
- [New Report Finds Retail Energy Key to an Affordable Clean Energy Transition](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-report-finds-retail-energy-key-to-an-affordable-clean-energy-transition/) - A report authored by Analysis Group provides an analysis of retail energy markets, methods to evaluate their success, and reforms to maximize these advantages.
- [At the Crossroads: Improving Customer Choice for Products in the U.S. Electricity Sector](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/at-the-crossroads-improving-customer-choice-for-products-in-the-u-s-electricity-sector/)
- [State Shopping Guides](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/state-shopping-guides/)
- [Anti-Competitive Provision Removed from Virginia Bill](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/virginia-bill-loses-anti-competitive-provision/) - REAL discusses newly enacted legislation in Virginia, and the anti-competitive provision removed from the bill in recent months.
- [The Post and Courier: Competition in SC's electricity market would benefit customers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/the-post-and-courier-competition-in-scs-electricity-market-would-benefit-customers/) - Post & Courier publishes Chris Ercoli's thoughts on restructuring South Carolina's electricity market, by comparing it to Maryland's restructured market.
- [MA Customers Could Have Saved Nearly $200 Million on Energy Costs in April by Enrolling with a Competitive Retail Electric Supplier](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/ma-customers-could-have-saved-nearly-200-million-on-energy-costs-in-april-by-enrolling-with-a-competitive-retail-electric-supplier/) - REAL offers its commentary to the Office of Attorney General recommending closure of the competitive market in Massachusetts.
- [Monthly State Product Summaries](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/monthly-state-product-summaries/)
- [REAL Comments on FTC's Green Guides Review](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/real-on-ftcs-green-guides-and-recs/) - REAL offers its commentary on the FTC's review of its Green Guides, and outlines the importance of RECs in the deployment of renewable energy generation assets.
- [Stakeholders Speak Out Against Proposed Legislation to Limit Choice in Maine](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/consumers-speak-out-against-proposed-legislation-to-limit-choice-in-maine/) - Learn more about recent legislation in Maine aiming to limit retail energy choice, and the comments from various consumers who spoke out against the efforts.
- [Guide to Switching Energy Suppliers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/guide-to-switching-energy-suppliers/) - REAL explains the process of choosing a new energy supplier, including finding the price to compare, information on consumer protection, and shopping tips.
- [CT Insider: CT Regulators Must Not Leave Residents in the Cold This Winter](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/ct-insider-ct-regulators-must-not-leave-residents-in-the-cold-this-winter/) - CT Insider published REAL's Chris Ercoli's thoughts on the importance of state leaders and consumer advocates educating customers on access to energy options.
- [Energy Choice Took Center Stage At Macruc Annual Education Conference](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice-took-center-stage-at-macruc-annual-education-conference/) - Last week REAL and many of its members gathered for the MACRUC 27th Annual Education Conference...
- [Massachusetts Lawmakers Remove Proposed Ban On Competitive Electric Market From Climate Bill](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-lawmakers-remove-proposed-ban-on-competitive-electric-market-from-climate-bill/) - Consumers and companies thank legislators for protecting the energy choice of half a million customers..
- [Connecticut Office Of Consumer Counsel Highlights Electric Rate Savings For Customers That Shop](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/connecticut-office-of-consumer-counsel-highlights-electric-rate-savings-for-customers-that-shop/) - New report shows almost $1 million in one-month savings for customers who chose to enroll with a competitive...
- [New shopping guide helps Massachusetts customers find up to 45% in cost-savings for winter electric rates](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-shopping-guide-helps-massachusetts-customers-find-up-to-45-in-cost-savings-for-winter-electric-rates/) - Organization educates customers on how to shop and compare electric suppliers
- [New Shopping Guide Helps Connecticut Customers Find up to 30% in Cost-Savings for Winter Electric Rates](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/new-shopping-guided-helps-connecticut-customers-find-up-to-30-in-cost-savings-for-winter-electric-rates/) - Organization educates customers on how to shop and compare electric suppliers (Hartford, CT) - Following the announcement of double-digit rate increases from Connecticut’s electric utilities, the Retail Energy Advancement League today released a guide to help Connecticut customers shop for competitive electric suppliers and save money (view guide). In November, Eversource and United Illuminating announced
- [Genie Retail Energy Joins Retail Energy Advancement League](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/genie-retail-energy-joins-retail-energy-advancement-league/) - Genie Retail Energy has joined the Retail Energy Advancement League. Genie Energy CEO Michael Stein has also joined the REAL Board of Directors.
- [Study finds 89% of Connecticut ratepayers want options in their energy choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/study-finds-89-of-ratepayers-want-options-in-their-energy-choice/) - Studies show that the majority of ratepayers in Connecticut want energy choice because it results in the best prices, services, and consumer protections.
- [Leading U.S. Retail Energy Supplier Constellation Joins REAL](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/leading-u-s-retail-energy-supplier-constellation-joins-real/) - Leading U.S. Retail Energy Supplier Constellation has joined the Retail Energy Advancement League.
- [Connecticut Electric Customers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/connecticut-electric-customers/) - Completed by Emerson College Polling for REAL.
- [Energy Companies Get Real National Advocacy Organization Will Focus On Modernizing Retail Energy Markets And Customer Choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-companies-get-real-national-advocacy-organization-will-focus-on-modernizing-retail-energy-markets-and-customer-choice/) - Energy Companies Get Real National Advocacy Organization Will Focus On Modernizing Retail Energy..
- [Chris Ercoli Named President, Ceo, Retail Energy Advancement League](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/chris-ercoli-named-president-ceo-retail-energy-advancement-league/) - Chris Ercoli Named President, Ceo, Retail Energy Advancement League The recently formed...
- [Shell Energy Joins Retail Energy Advancement League](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/shell-energy-joins-retail-energy-advancement-league/) - Shell Energy Joins Retail Energy Advancement League Shell Energy North America (US) L.P...
- [Abby Foster Joins Retail Energy Advancement League As Vice President, Policy And Advocacy](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/abby-foster-joins-retail-energy-advancement-league-as-vice-president-policy-and-advocacy/) - Abby Foster Joins Retail Energy Advancement League As Vice President, Policy And Advocacy...
- [View which states empower customers with choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/restructured-electrical-gas-for-residential/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit
- [West Virginia Gas Customers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/west-virginia-gas-customers/) - Completed by SurveyUSA for REAL.
- [Massachusetts Electric Customers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts-electric-customers/) - Completed by SurveyUSA for CleanChoice.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/) - In many states, utility monopolies still control the energy market and customers can’t choose where they buy their electricity and gas. These outdated markets disempower consumers and limit market innovations, customer access to a variety of products and limit investments in clean energy resources and technologies. Our organization was
- [Why Missouri Needs Energy Choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/missouri/) - Rising Costs. No Options. It’s Time for Competition. Missouri families and businesses are facing rising electric bills — with no ability to shop for alternatives. Unlike most markets, electricity in Missouri is controlled by monopoly utilities that both build power plants and sell electricity — earning guaranteed returns funded by ratepayers. When costs
- [Who We Are](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/who-we-are/) - ABOUT US The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) is a national advocacy organization dedicated to the expansion and modernization of American retail energy markets. In many states, utility monopolies still control the electric market and customers can’t choose where they buy their electricity and gas. States with restructured markets enable companies to compete with utilities,
- [The Energy Freedom & Fairness Act: Allow Large Energy Users to Procure Their Own Electricity](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/state-energy-solution-allow-large-energy-users-to-procure-their-own-electricity/) - Template Legislation and Toolkit REAL has developed template state legislation that can be tailored to any state. This would allow a determined portion of utility customers in a vertically integrated state to procure electricity from a third party other than the utility. This will reduce the amount of new generation utilities must build and ratepayers
- [Our Principles](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/our-principles/) - The Retail Energy Advancement League is a collective of dedicated members with a common goal of empowering customer choice through the preservation, expansion, and modernization of retail energy markets. We believe all consumers deserve control over their energy decisions, including how they buy, produce and/or consume energy, energy services, usage data, and other energy insights.
- [ A State Energy Solution: The Energy Freedom & Fairness Act](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/a-state-energy-solution-the-energy-freedom-fairness-act/)
- [What Happened to Energy Choice in Maryland?](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/maryland/)
- [Monthly State Product Summaries](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/monthly-state-product-summaries/) - These shopping summaries help you compare utility rates vs. retail suppliers’ lowest fixed-cost rates to determine if you can save money by switching suppliers.
- [Energy Choice](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice/)
- [ENERGY CHOICE IN MASSACHUSETTS](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/massachusetts/) - MASSACHUSETTS ELECTRIC MARKET SNAPSHOT Competitive electric suppliers directly serve more than half a million customers –– residential, commercial and industrial –– throughout Massachusetts. Municipalities that choose to aggregate, or purchase electricity in bulk for residents and businesses at lower prices than the local utility price, buy their electricity from a competitive electric supplier allowing customers
- [State Profiles](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/state-profiles/) - Our state profiles contain a comprehensive overview of the current energy landscape within a specific state. Key components include information about renewable energy requirements, consumer protections, and how to shop. They provide a clear picture for policymakers, stakeholders, and consumers, helping them make informed decisions about energy use. Click on the images below to learn
- [State Shopping Guides](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/state-shopping-guides/) - REAL's offers state-specific electric and gas supply shopping guides aimed at helping consumers compare offerings and pick a plan that works for them.
- [Complaint Reporting and Recordkeeping Webinar](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/summary-of-resources-complaint-reporting-and-recordkeeping/) - Retail Markets Forum (virtual) August 10, 2023Topic: Complaint Reporting and Recordkeeping Speakers: Stephanie Bolton - Director, Consumer Affairs Division, Maryland Public Service CommissionChris Burch - Director, Customer Protection Division, Public Utility Commission of Texas Download Powerpoint Referenced Resources: Texas Public Utility Commission Texas Power to Choose Shopping Platform & Star Rating Scorecard and Star Rating
- [Consumer Bill of Rights](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/consumer-bill-of-rights/) - Introduction: The Retail Energy Advancement League (“REAL”) is a national advocacy organization dedicated to the expansion and modernization of American retail energy markets. Our organization was founded by a coalition of companies that believe smart regulation and consumer protections are critical to realizing the many benefits of competition. While competitive markets are regulated by federal
- [At the Crossroads: Improving Customer Choice for Products in the U.S. Electricity Sector](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/at-the-crossroads-improving-customer-choice-in-the-u-s-electricity-sector/) - Analysis Group has released its report "At the Crossroads: Improving Customer Choice for Products in the U.S. Electricity Sector," commissioned by REAL.
- [Summary of Resources - Consumer Education](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/summary-of-resources-consumer-education/) - Competitive Markets Forum - June 26, 2023 Topic: Customer Education and Awareness Campaigns Download Powerpoint (video / links enabled) View PDF (video / links disabled) Summary of Resources Resources from REAL: State Shopping Guides Monthly Energy Market Summaries Examples from states commissions: ENERGY CHOICE EXPLANATION Ohio PUC What is Energy Choice Ohio (Webpage) Ohio PUC Understanding Energy
- [Customer Testimonials](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/customer-testimonials/) - "Low-income families need to have a choice on whom their energy providers should be. When you have a fixed income, you need stability and be able to predict your monthly bills. Without choice, energy customers will have constant fluctuation making bill planning and financial clarity extremely difficult." -Erin K "I’ve used 100% clean energy for
- [Energy Choice in Connecticut](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice-in-connecticut/) - REAL walks through the details of Connecticut's competitive energy market: its RPS standards, consumer protections, shopping details, and more.
- [Energy Choice in Massachusetts](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice-in-massachusetts/) - Market Overview: Massachusetts successfully implemented a competitive energy market that has significantly reduced costs for consumers and promoted the development of clean energy resources. A recent study found that the cumulative average utility rate increase was roughly 40% for customers of restructured states, while it was nearly 60% higher for non-restructured states between 1997-2014. Utility
- [Energy Choice in Pennsylvania](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice-in-pennsylvania/) - Market Overview: Pennsylvania has a retail energy market that empowers customers to choose an electric or gas product that suits them best. Utilities are still responsible for the transmission, distribution and reliability of the energy product and receive a rate of return (compensation) approved by the Public Utility Commission (PUC) to manage those assets. In
- [Take Action](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/take-action/) - You deserve energy choice. REAL is working to modernize the energy retail market so customers are empowered to shop and have options to choose the right energy product for their needs. Whether you’re looking to reduce costs, gain access to tools to manage your energy usage or choose 100% clean energy products, the customer wins
- [Restructured Gas](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/restructured-gas/)
- [Energy Choice In Your State](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/energy-choice-in-your-state/) - Electric Choice in Your State Below is the map showing state by state which locations have energy choice, which have some segments of energy choice, and which ones have not been restructured to allow energy choice in any way. Restructured Partially Restructured Not Restructured Gas Choice in Your State Below is the map showing state
- [Join Us](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/join-us/)
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- [Thank You](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/thank-you/) - Thank you for joining the Retail Energy Advancement League. We look forward to providing you with the tools and access you need to gain a choice in energy.
- [Resources](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/resources/) - Retail Energy Advancement League is a national advocacy organization dedicated to the expansion and modernization of American retail electric markets. The organization was founded by a coalition of companies that believe consumers deserve control over their energy decisions. Founding member companies include Calpine, CleanChoice Energy, IGS Energy, NRG Energy, Shell and Vistra and associate member

## Members

- [Alissa Jean Schafer](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/alissa-jean-schafer/) - Director, Government Affairs, Retail Energy Advancement League
- [Christopher Ercoli](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/christopher-ercoli/) - President and CEO, Retail Energy Advancement League
- [Abby Foster](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/abby-foster/) - Senior Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, Retail Energy Advancement League
- [Michael Nugent](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/michael-nugent/) - Secretary Associate General Counsel, IGS Energy
- [Sean Fallmer](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/sean-fallmer/) - President & CEO - Calpine Retail
- [Dan Verbanac, Vice Chairperson of the Board](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/dan-verbanac/) - Senior Vice President, Retail - Constellation
- [Scott A. Hudson, Chairperson of the Board](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/vice-chairperson-of-the-board-curtis-a-morgan/) - President – Vistra Retail
- [Christopher Riley](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/christopher-riley/) - Head of B2B Retail, Shell Energy Americas
- [Eric Heisler](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/eric-heisler/) - Senior Director of Communications, Retail Energy Advancement League
- [Michael Rombach](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/michael-rombach/) - Vice President and General Manager, NRG Consumer
- [Sydney Manning](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/sydney-manning/) - Communications & Research Associate, Retail Energy Advancement League
- [John Holtz](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/ron-cerniglia/) - Treasurer Senior Director, Market Development & Regulatory Affairs, NRG Energy
- [Tom Matzzie](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/tom-matzzie/) - Founder & CEO - CleanChoice Energy
- [Scott White](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/scott-white/) - President & CEO - IGS
- [Jennifer Spinosi](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member/jennifer-spinosi/) - Vice President General Counsel and Executive Vice President Corporate Affairs, CleanChoice Energy

## Testimonials

- [James F](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/xyz-2/) - I've used 100% clean energy for years, and, since it's totally optional for customers, I don't understand why you would shut off this important option to consumers. If there are issues with some energy providers being bad actors, it's best to regulate or deal with them and not totally close down the options to choose
- [Linda W](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/xyz/) - With such a wide range of kw charges, Massachusetts consumers should have a choice. People on fixed incomes and with low incomes need to be able to select their provider. In fact, I think the Commonwealth should make it easier to access rate information.
- [David B](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/david-b/) - I have used alternative electricity sources under this program for 4 years. Pricing and service have always been quite competitive. Why would the Legislature want to end such a successful program and return Massachusetts to the age of monopolistic energy supply?
- [Erin K](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/erin-k/) - Low income families need to have a choice on whom their energy providers should be. When you have a fixed income, you need stability and be able to predict your monthly bills. Without choice, energy customers will have constant fluctuation making bill planning and financial clarity extremely difficult.
- [Eric C](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/eric-c/) - I want the choice to choose my electricity provider. I'm smart enough to figure out what's a good deal and what isn't, and I don't feel that any legislature should interfere with my choice, even if it's "for my own good." I have been exercising this choice for years and I don't think you could
- [Tim G](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/tim-g/) - Having the ability to choose has let me keep my electric bills at home and work lower rather than being crushed during cold winter months. This should not be banned! KEEP OPEN COMPETITION!
- [Daniel J](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/daniel-j/) - For those of us who are committed to buying 100% renewable energy, closing the electricity supplier market would be a HUGE step backwards for Massachusetts
- [Olivia M](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/olivia-m/) - Price shopping is good to keep costs down! .13 kw versus .18 kw does add up!
- [Michele S](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/michele-s/) - By taking away our choice to choose electric companies, you remove the option to buy greener energy and less expensive energy.
- [Adam M](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/adam-m/) - I already choose an energy provider that is not my local utility so that I can buy 100% renewable energy at a reasonable price. Please don't limit this competition.
- [Elaine H](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/elaine-h/) - Please remove the electric choice ban in S.2842. Having a choice has allowed me to save money on my electric bill which is over $1000/ mo for 3.5 months during winter.
- [Aaron S](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/aaron-s/) - How is this anti-competitive practice considered progress? Energy choice allows me to ensure my energy use is generated in sustainable ways. With this legislation I would lose control over this, which is very important to me.
- [Micheal K](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/testimonials/micheal-k/) - There are retail electric supplier offers which are more expensive than the default utility supply offer in this market but I would rather you make the information easily readable and comparable. It took me a lot of time to find a less expensive provider BUT we did and save significantly. Please keep the market open

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- [Electricity Market](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/electricity-market/)
- [Intermittent](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/intermittent/)
- [electric costs](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/electric-costs/)
- [performance](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/performance/)
- [Idaho](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/idaho/)
- [Indiana](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/indiana/)
- [BYOP](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/byop/)
- [Electric Grid](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/electric-grid/)
- [Legislation](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/legislation/)
- [Power](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/power/)
- [Electricity](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/electricity/)
- [Business Aggregation](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/business-aggregation/)
- [Electric](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/electric/)
- [Energy Market](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/energy-market/)
- [School](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/school/)
- [West Virginia](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/west-virginia/)
- [Senate Bill 733](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/senate-bill-733/)
- [Energy costs](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/energy-costs/)
- [Large energy users](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/large-energy-users/)
- [Bill Bissett](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/bill-bissett/)
- [Manufactuers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/manufactuers/)
- [IURC](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/iurc/)
- [legal](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/legal/)
- [Green](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/green/)
- [Renewable](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/tag/renewable/)

## Members Category

- [Officers](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member-category/officers/)
- [Staff](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member-category/staff/)
- [Board Member Representatives](https://www.retailenergychoice.org/member-category/board-member-representatives/)