Quote from: tymothy on June 23, 2011, 05:52:13 PM

Quote from: wndrbr3d on June 23, 2011, 04:38:23 PM

The state of Texas here in the US is deregulated and actually has a website that lets people know which company is offering the cheapest power:

http://www.powertochoose.org/

The trick is to sign up for a fixed rate vs. monthly, because then you'd be at the mercy of the commodity markets.

Well, the fixed rate is going to be higher because it assumes higher energy rates. The premium you pay for a fixed rate is basically an insurance cost, which probably includes added profit for the utilities. Chances are you'll end up paying less on a variable plan.

that will depend on the deregulation laws in your state.
In texas, thru my providor, Green Mountain Energy (100% wind power) paying month to month is almost double what a 6 month contract rate is. .167 for monthly plus fuel surcharges vs .0913 fixed for a 6 month contract.