electricity rates
NOPEC responds to critique, avows commitment to clean energy and serving member communities
The following commentary was submitted by NOPEC in response to this May 22 commentary: “Electricity rate hikes show why community aggregation programs must make responsible reforms.” We at the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) take our mission to serve our member communities and their residents and small businesses VERY seriously. We support our members […]
Electricity rate hikes show why community aggregation programs must make responsible reforms
The Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) recently faced significant backlash after blindsiding more than 550,000 customers with soaring electricity rates. The increase, which saw bills skyrocket by over 65%, caught communities off-guard and left residents with more questions than answers. As NOPEC returns to the electricity aggregation business, it must take a hard look […]
Consumer protection? New DeWine regulatory chief says most overcharges can’t be refunded
Gov. Mike DeWine’s latest appointee to lead Ohio’s scandal-plagued utility regulator last week raised concerns among some lawmakers and consumer watchdogs. She claimed that her agency has only a very limited ability to make electric companies refund billions in improper charges to ratepayers. There was always going to be scrutiny when Jenifer French made her […]