Contango in the Electric Markets: What It Means for Consumers

Contango in the Electric Markets: What It Means for Consumers

Electricity is one of the most important commodities in the world today. It powers homes, offices, and factories, and is an essential component of our daily lives. But electricity pricing can be unpredictable, and it is not always easy to understand why prices are...
AUS turns 30!!

AUS turns 30!!

On May 3rd 1993,  Alternative Utility Services, Inc. (AUS) was founded by Fritz Kreiss with his wife, Catherine McQueen. AUS was established to promote and install commercial Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, and marked the beginning of Fritz’s continuing...
Why your 2023 electric budget may be higher than expected

Why your 2023 electric budget may be higher than expected

Many end-users (especially in Illinois) will experience higher electric costs in 2023 compared to previous years.  There are several factors that are impacting this and more information on what you can do to combat it.  Higher electric supply costs The wholesale cost...