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As the United States continues to increase its focus on reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources, Renewable Energy Credits, commonly referred to as RECs, have emerged as a crucial tool in developing and using renewable energy. What is a Renewable Energy Credit? A REC is created for each megawatt-hour (MWh) of energy...

How Competitive Energy Markets Help Consumers Save October 21 is recognized globally as World Energy Savings Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of energy conservation and efficiency. As energy demand continues to rise, conserving energy is no longer just a matter of environmental responsibility but also a financial imperative. The Retail...

“Small business owners are no strangers to making the most out of limited resources—they are, after all, natural efficiency experts. While it can sometimes feel like trying to squeeze water from a stone, they consistently find ways to maximize productivity and achieve success.” This is the goal of energy efficiency experts, too. Getting the same...

Every October, the United States celebrates National Energy Awareness Month, which helps raise awareness about energy production, consumption and conservation. Established by a 1991 presidential proclamation, this observance encourages individuals, businesses and policymakers to focus on how energy impacts their lives, the economy and the environment. As energy becomes an increasingly critical issue in the...

The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is celebrating the 8th annual National Clean Energy Week, which recognizes policies, industries and innovations that power our lives while working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Building a more sustainable environmental future is a top priority. This year, 37 governors and 49 municipalities issued proclamations in support of National...

HARRISBURG, Pa. and Seminole, Fla. (August 15, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, announces American Power & Gas® joins as its newest member. American Power & Gas is an energy supplier founded in Florida in 2011. The company’s business structure has been designed...

Each year, Energy Independence Day is celebrated on July 10th to highlight the significance of alternative energy sources. This day emphasizes education on renewable energy, such as solar, wind and geothermal power. By participating in Energy Independence Day, people can discover more about sustainable energy solutions and their environmental benefits. The Retail Energy Supply Association...

As the energy landscape continues to evolve, so do the opportunities for consumers to make informed choices about their energy providers. National Energy Shopping Day, celebrated annually, is a moment to highlight the benefits of energy choice and to educate consumers about their options.   The Power of Choice National Energy Shopping Day is all...

Organization Empowers Consumers with a Choice in Energy Suppliers to Shop and Compare Plans HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 20, 2024) – The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade association representing competitive retail energy suppliers, is celebrating its fifth annual National Energy Shopping Day by empowering consumers to take control of their energy choices....

After five years of experiments that began in 1747, Benjamin Franklin sought to prove his hypothesis that electricity and lightning were directly connected. On June 15, 1752, he conducted his famous kite experiment during a thunderstorm in Philadelphia, which confirmed that lightning is an electrical discharge. Although 272 years have passed, one thing remains consistent:...