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Is Your Home Winter Ready?

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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 …

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 …

More Than Just an Energy Supplier

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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, …

Assess Your Energy Usage!

Residential

October is National Energy Awareness Month and as we head into cooler temps, now is a great time to assess your energy usage. Identifying and addressing areas of energy inefficiency in your home can help you control your energy spend and save money! Measuring your carbon footprint A good first step in assessing your energy …

Why Choose Natural Gas?

Residential

If you live in a deregulated state, you can choose your natural gas supplier! But why choose natural gas? What are the benefits of natural gas? One benefit of natural gas is its impact on the environment. It can be derived from renewable resources and the use of it promotes the reduction of smog, acid …

Zero Emissions Day – Reducing My Carbon Footprint

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On September 21st, 2008, the environmental challenge known as Zero Emissions Day, or “ZeDay”, began. This world-wide movement aims to encourage the use of renewable energy sources and to “give the planet a day off” from emissions. Simple ways to participate: Ride your bike or walk instead of driving, but if you must, consider carpooling …

You Can Choose Solar!

Residential

If you live in a deregulated state, you have energy choice, and the power to choose a supplier with energy options that fit the needs of your home or business. AEP Energy believes every customer should be able to benefit from renewable energy sources, including solar. Customer choice is important, and we want to make …

Energy Choice – A Timeline

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You’ve heard the terms “energy choice” and “deregulation”, but did you realize their long and interesting history go all the way back to the Great Depression?  Let’s take a look at the timeline of energy choice! 1929 – The Wall Street Crash During the Great Depression, at the time of the stock market crash, many …