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Ringing in 2021!

Residential

Many people view the start of a new year as a chance for new beginnings. After the unusual year that was 2020, a fresh start in 2021 can mean different things to each person. To AEP Energy, 2021 means a chance to share positive energy with you all year long. To make a difference in …

Is Your Home Winter Ready?

Residential

Winter is almost upon us, but just because the thermostat is starting to go up doesn’t mean your energy bill has to go up, too. Check out these tips to help you save energy and money during the cold winter months. Audit your energy usage – a home energy audit can help determine where you …

“Smart” Energy Gadgets to Make Your Business More Efficient

Small Business

There are many smart technologies that make our lives easier, from voice assistants to doorbells and everything in between. While these technologies simplify many functions of our daily lives, there are also a number of smart technologies that can help when it comes to your business’ energy. These smart technologies are designed to improve your …

Renewable Energy Buying Trends: Virtual Power Purchase Agreements

Renewable Energy

Across the country and across all sectors of the economy, more and more organizations are joining the renewable energy movement. As we discussed in last month’s Customer Insights, there are many avenues to accessing renewable energy. In this edition we explore virtual power purchase agreements (vPPAs), which are scalable structures that unlock many possibilities for …

Control Your Energy Spend During the Holidays

Residential

The holiday season is upon us. Temperatures are going down and holiday decorations and lights are going up. But the extra twinkling doesn’t mean your energy spend has to go up, too! We have some tips to help you control your energy spend and save money this season. Use efficient lights – Light emitting diode …

Energy Changes Coming in 2021 and How Your Business Can Prepare

Small Business

2020 has been an unpredictable and challenging year for many small businesses, and it’s hard to tell what the future holds. As your trusted energy supplier, we want to let you know what you can expect in the energy market in 2021, how it impacts your business and how to prepare. What Do I Need …

The Renewable Energy Landscape

Renewable Energy

We are currently experiencing a period of dramatic growth in renewable energy. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that from 2019 to 2021 the share of total U.S. electricity coming from renewable energy will grow from 17% to 22%. The biggest reason for the surge in renewable development is cost (see our recent Customer …

More Than Just an Energy Supplier

Residential

At AEP Energy, we strive to do the right thing every time for our customers, each other and our future. Being transparent, innovative and ethical are all important avenues towards reaching such a lofty goal. In this blog, we’ll explain what is important to us as a company, and what makes us stand out in …

What Does It Really Mean to “Buy Green Energy”?

Residential

In this age of environmental consciousness, more people are choosing to purchase “green” or renewable power. And with the increase in renewable energy demand comes a change in the energy industry. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, at least half of all consumers have the option to purchase renewable energy directly from their power supplier, …