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Preparing Your Home for Summer Heat

Residential

When summer rolls around, some of us think of cranking up the air conditioning—and watching our energy bills climb. But staying cool does not have to cost a fortune. Here are five easy and energy-smart ways to keep your home comfortable all summer long: Boost Your Insulation Insulation is not just for winter! It works …

May Is Electricity Safety Month: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Small Business

Every May, we observe National Electrical Safety Month—a time to raise awareness about the importance of electrical safety in our homes, workplaces, and communities. For small businesses, this is more than just a reminder—it’s an opportunity to protect your people, property, and profits. Why Electrical Safety Matters for Small Businesses Electrical hazards are one of …

National Electrical Safety Month 2025: Staying Safe

Residential

May is National Electrical Safety Month Each year, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) presents May as National Electrical Safety Month to promote electrical safety at home and in the workplace and reduce the number of electrically related fires and accidents. According to the ESFI, an estimated 51,000 residential fires are caused by an electrical …

Practicing Electrical Safety at Home

Residential

Springtime is a great season to focus on electrical safety both inside and outside your home. Many electrical fires can be prevented by following simple safety practices involving a combination of routine maintenance, the proper use of electrical devices, and education of potential fire hazards. Here are some tips to help you ensure a safe …

Is Your Seasonal Business Prepared for Energy Increases, This Summer?

Small Business

2 min read As we gear up for another summer, small seasonal businesses in the PJM region are facing a new challenge: rising energy costs. With PJM Interconnection forecasting a significant increase in electricity demand and capacity charges, it’s time to get proactive. Here are some strategies to help you stay cool and keep your …

Celebrate Earth Month and Beyond

Residential

Every year since 1970, during April, plentiful opportunities arise to do good for the earth during Earth Month, on Earth Day, and beyond. Let’s take action to protect our natural resources and preserve the environment for future generations to come. Here are a few Earth Month actions that can make a difference today and every …

Go Green in Your Garden

Residential

As the weather warms and the trees and plants begin to flourish, it’s a good time to consider incorporating eco-possibilities as a part of your lawn and garden care. By adopting sustainable practices, you can help make your yard and garden even greener. A few simple changes can result in a big impact on your …

Tackling PJM Capacity Price Hikes with Energy Demand Management

Commercial

3 min read Let’s talk about something that’s making waves in the energy sector: demand management. Specifically, how it can help businesses navigate the rising capacity prices in PJM. Whether you’re a business owner or an operations manager, you’ll want to pay attention to this. What is Demand Management? Demand management is a strategy where …

Six Simple Upgrades for a More Energy-Efficient Home

Residential

With spring upon us, it’s a great time to start making changes that will improve your home’s comfort while lowering your energy spend. Improving your home’s energy efficiency doesn’t have to involve major renovations; here are six simple ways: Upgrade your Home’s Insulation Proper insulation in your home helps to maintain a consistent temperature by …