The Underlying Utility Cost Problem in HOAs and The Fix Most Boards & Residents Have Not Considered
The Underlying Utility Cost Problem in HOAs and The Fix Most Boards & Residents Have Not Considered Introduction: Utility costs are quietly becoming one of the most difficult line items to manage for condominium associations, homeowner’s associations (HOAs), large residential communities and even individual residents. What was once a relatively stable operating expense is now […]
Understanding the Impact of Network Integrated Transmission Services (NITS) on Energy Costs
Understanding the Impact of Network Integrated Transmission Services (NITS) on Energy Costs Introduction: As electricity markets evolve and supply demands grow, understanding the role of transmission services is essential for grasping how electricity costs are shaped. Transmission costs make up the largest portion of wholesale power, outside of the energy itself. The figure below provides […]
AUSenergy News Update 07/07/2015
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: California mandates major residential electric rate reform, ConEd proposes to bundle services, and Gas plant new milestone for NE Minnesota power. California regulators mandate major residential electric rate reform Summary: This past Friday, the California Public Utilities Commission passed a major residential electric rate reform plan, voting unanimously to change […]
AUSenergy News Update 06/17/2015
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: CA passes retail choice expansion, Squirrel attacks power lines, and Utilities starting to change with times. California Senate Passes Retail Choice Expansion Summary: The California Senate has passed an amended version of SB 286, reports RetailEnergyX. The bill would increase the cap on retail choice (known in California as “Direct […]
AUSenergy News Update 05/27/2015
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: Cheap emissions credits allow coal plants to pollute, Vampire power costs Americans billions each year and Utilities could create further divide between industrial and residential users. Cheap emissions credits allow coal plants to pollute, worsening NJ air quality Summary: Coal Plants in New Jersey have been turning off their pollution […]
AUSenergy News Update 05/21/2015
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: Distribution automation becomes critical for utilities, ComEd and Ameren urged to offer time-of-use pricing, and natural gas futures rally to 4-month peak. Distribution automation quickly becoming critical for utilities Summary: With power interruptions resulting in losses of up to $150 billion annually, utilities worldwide are turning to advanced automated solutions to protect […]
AUSenergy News Update 01/06/2015
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: Municipal Aggregation Pilot Bill vetoed in NY, U.S. Demand Response potential grows, FERC declines to reject Power Auction results despite possible market manipulation. N.Y. Gov. Vetoes Municipal Aggregation Pilot Bill, But “Supports Intent” Summary: Gov. Cuomo vetoes bill that would allow Westchester County to operate an opt-out, five year pilot […]
For Immediate Release: AUS Purchases RECs
Alternative Utility Services, Inc. purchases 31 Renewable Energy Certificates in support of wind energy. Alternative Utility Services, Inc. (AUS) reaches their 2014 sustainability goals with the purchase of 31 Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs); covering 100% of the energy used in their operations and sales divisions. The AUS purchase of the environmental attributes of 31 megawatt […]
For Immediate Release: AUS certified in Delaware
Energy brokerage company, Alternative Utility Services, Inc. (AUS), now certified as a Broker for electricity services in Delaware. Alternative Utility Services, Inc. (AUS) has been issued a certificate to do business and operate as an ‘Electric Supplier’ (Broker) within the state of Delaware; originally filed under PSC docket #14-0233, and approved under commission order No. […]
AUSenergy News Update 12/03/2014
In today’s AUSenergy News Update: New source of oil in Mexico’s region of the Gulf, FERC approves settlement over 2011 blackout, and more class action suits leveled against retail suppliers. New Frontiers: Tapping Mexico’s Gulf of Mexico oil reserves Summary: Mexico enters the oil industry with Pemex looking to drill in unexplored deep-water areas of the […]