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Understanding Electricity Pricing

Residential

If you live in a deregulated state, you have the power to purchase energy from an energy supplier or from the local utility. With so many options, it can be difficult to know what to look for when selecting a plan. In this blog, we will explain the price components and differences between energy suppliers …

5 Key Steps When Building Your Electric School Bus Fleet

Commercial

From an initial pilot program to a complete fleet conversion, following these best practices will ensure a smooth ride on your sustainability journey. (3-minute read) Building an electric school bus fleet involves several critical steps to ensure efficiency, safety, and environmental impact. AEP Energy recently brought together school administrators and transportation directors for thought provoking …

Spring Energy Checklist: 6 Simple Steps to Save You Money

Small Business

(2-minute read) Spring is here, and it is a great time to create an energy checklist! By taking the time to check your building’s energy efficiency, you will save money and could avoid costly repairs and upgrades down the road. Below are some suggestions from AEP Energy to help you reduce energy waste, maintain your …

Decarbonization, Your Business, and the Roadmap to Success

Commercial

(2 minute read) Stakeholder demands for sustainability and decarbonization are driving the need for companies to meet emission reduction targets. Are you challenged by how to successfully meet your goals, while also balancing cost and reliability? Building a decarbonization roadmap gives you a step-by-step process to manage roadblocks and meet greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. …

Go Green While Traveling

Residential

Did you know you can go green while traveling? That’s right! You can enjoy the sights and be kind to the environment at the same time. As you begin planning for your summer vacation or a bucket-list trip, keep these eco-friendly tips in mind to travel more sustainably. Choosing a destination There’s something to be …

Transmission costs continue to increase, year after year

Commercial

(2 minute read) Transmission Rates Keep Climbing Have you noticed the transmission rate on your energy bill increasing recently? You are not imagining things. In some areas, rates have increased over 75%! Regardless of whether transmission costs are billed by the utility or passed through to you on your retail energy supplier bill, this costly …

Timing Your Energy Contract Decisions – Best Practices to avoid Bad Markets

Commercial

Smart and savvy energy buyers know that a well thought out energy procurement strategy is critical to realizing long-term cost savings. However, many procurement managers do not dedicate as much rigor to it as necessary. This often leads to them being caught up in challenging energy markets or making uninformed decisions on their purchase, that …

New Year’s Resolution for Saving Energy

Residential

As we head into a brand-new year, it’s an ideal time to add energy conservation to your list of resolutions! Reducing energy use in your home will also help you save money. Here are thirteen easy ways to help you with your energy-saving resolutions. Appliances Taking shorter showers will mean less water your heater needs …

Best Practices in Energy Management: Four Mistakes People Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Commercial

In this edition of Customer Insights, we’ll discuss some of the most common mistakes organizations make managing their energy spend, and how you can learn to elevate your energy management performance. Four Areas Energy Users Make Mistakes Usage and spend tracking Energy supply contact management Oversimplying Employing piecemeal approaches Usage and Spend Tracking When it …