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Ancillary Services – Understanding the Basics

Commercial

September 2017 Edition: Ancillary Services – Understanding the Basics  Have you ever heard the words “ancillary services” referred to in the electric industry and wondered just what does this mean?  Read about the most expensive and significant of these services to help give you a better understanding of what is included in these cost components …

Hidden Energy Usage of Household Appliances

Residential

Have you ever considered the amount of energy  your appliances may be consuming while not in use? According to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in the average American home, roughly 40 devices and appliances are always drawing power, even if they are considered to be “off.” These products eventually add up and could be one reason …

Summer Energy Saving Tips

Residential

We all know it can seem difficult to save energy in our homes during the summer months because the long, hot days mean our air conditioners are running longer and sometimes harder, racking up the energy bills. No need to worry! We’ve researched the top ways to optimize energy savings for your home. Utilize your …

On-Site Solar: Is it for you?

Commercial

May 2017 Edition: On-Site Solar: Is it for you? Are you considering on-site solar to reduce costs and secure energy prices for the future? AEP Energy Customer Insights provides an overview of solar systems, factors to consider, and steps to get you started. On-Site Solar: Is it for you? Commercial and industrial organizations are looking beyond …

Get to Know Field Sales

Residential

As an energy supplier, we find there is some confusion regarding suppliers and utilities. To help eliminate some of this confusion, we employ a field sales team that goes door to door, educating customers about energy choice. Our field sales advisors are educated by energy experts prior to knocking on your door. When they arrive …

Demand Cost Management

Commercial

April 2017 Edition: Demand Cost Management – Did you know that demand-based cost components make up 20 to 40% of your total electricity cost? AEP Energy Customer Insights explores demand-based costs to help you make smart energy supply purchasing decisions. Demand Cost Management  Did you know that demand-based cost components make up twenty to forty percent of …

Get to Know AEP Energy

Residential

We want to make energy simple. To help with that we’ve created the series, Get to Know AEP Energy. In this series, we will introduce you to different parts of our business to educate you and keep you informed. In this edition of Get to Know AEP Energy, we talk with Frank Willson, Vice President, …

Understanding Energy-based vs. Demand-based Cost Components

Commercial

January/February 2017 Edition: Let’s review Demand-based vs. Energy-based cost components. Did you know spending a few minutes to better understand how energy purchasing works and the various components of energy supply costs can help your business reduce its energy spend significantly? Understanding Energy-based vs. Demand-based Cost Components Although choosing a reputable retail energy supplier is essential, …

Stay Safe this Halloween Season

Residential

Pumpkin Carving Halloween is a fun, and sometimes spooky, time of year. As the holiday approaches we thought it would be a good time to share some Halloween festivity safety tips. Work in a dry, clean, and well-lit area. It’s recommended to only use the tools provided in a carving kit when carving a pumpkin. …