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What to Do When a Power Outage Occurs

Small Business

Stormy weather is an inevitable part of spring and summer for many parts of the U.S. These storms can sometimes cause power outages, which can interrupt operations and cause headaches for many small businesses. We can’t change the weather, so it’s important to be prepared and know what to do when a power outage occurs.   …

Smart Energy Meters 101

Small Business

Like many tools and equipment, energy meters are getting a modern upgrade. Increasingly, traditional analog energy meters are being swapped out with new smart meters. But what is a smart meter and how does it work? Read this blog to learn more and discover how your business could benefit. What is a smart meter? Traditional …

Which Renewable Energy Solution is Right for Your Business?

Small Business

So, you’ve made the decision to choose renewable energy for your business. Congratulations and thank you for making a commitment to a greener environment! With a variety of options available to help you meet your sustainability and renewable energy goals, it can be challenging to know which solution is the best option for your business. …

How to Protect Your Energy Costs During Times of Uncertainty

Small Business

We’ve said a big “goodbye” to 2020, but there’s still uncertainty as to what 2021 holds for many small businesses. As your trusted energy partner, we’re committed to doing what we can to protect your business from budget uncertainty, which includes helping you control your business’ energy costs. This blog offers a few simple tips …

“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 …

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 …

Questions to Ask When Considering Changing Energy Suppliers

Small Business

Shopping for your business’ energy supply can be overwhelming. There are many energy suppliers that offer prices that can seem too good to be true, and oftentimes they are. Read our blog for a few questions to consider if you are thinking of switching to another supplier. Is it a variable rate? One of the …

Prepare Now to Protect Against Natural Gas Price Spikes in Winter

Small Business

In the midst of warm temperatures and sunshine, now might not seem like the right time to think about keeping your business warm during the winter. However, preparing now could help you avoid seasonal price increases on your energy bill that can come with colder temperatures. If your business is located in Ohio, you can …

Why is Managing Your Business’ Demand Important?

Small Business

Your business requires energy to operate. The amount of energy your business requires at any point in time is known in the energy world as “demand”. In this blog, we’ll explain why demand is important and how you could save on your energy bill by managing it. Why is demand important? Demand charges have the …