The Ohio government’s consumer watchdog has vowed to continue fighting to get the Miami Valley’s largest power company to fully refund more than $60 million plus interest, while the utility has proposed refunding less than 3 percent of that figure. wdtn.com/news/fight-ove…

Ohio’s electric & natural gas customers can use the PUCO’s Special Reconnect Order (SRO) from Oct. 13, 25 through April 15, 26 to help reconnect or avoid disconnection of their utilities. More Info: occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/spec… #personalfinance #Ohio

You can learn about utility bill-payment assistance programs provided by a variety of organizations, including Ohio utilities themselves. Check out our 4-minute video: youtu.be/4GzXUP9tSxo #PersonalFinance #Ohio

Ohio faces rising power costs amid passage of landmark energy reform 10tv.com/article/news/l…

Before you sign a lease, it’s important to understand how your utilities will be billed. Submetering may cost you more and cut you out of important consumer protections. Learn more: occ.ohio.gov/utility-guide-… #Renting #Money #Apartment #Ohio

After the Ohio Supreme Court confirmed AES-Ohio’s significantly excessive profits should be returned to consumers, the utility wants to keep $61 million. The PUCO should order the utility to refund its consumers promptly, with interest. Learn more: occ.ohio.gov/content/occ-de…

You may have questions about renewable energy and the smart grid, and whether some of the renewable options on the market are right for you. OCC’s fact sheet offers tips to can help guide your decision. occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/smar… #renewables

The Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP Plus) is a program to help income-eligible electric and natural gas consumers afford their utility bills. Learn more about the program with OCC’s fact sheet: occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/pipp… #SaveMoney #Ohio #DebtSupport

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) requires energy marketers to list offers on the Apples-to-Apples website. Some deals may be decent; but some are rotten. Learn how to spot a bad apple: occ.ohio.gov/content/how-sp… #SaveMoney #Ohio

Are you an energy saver or an energy waster? Find out with a scavenger hunt made by The Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC)! occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/ener… #moneysavingtips

🔗: l.cleveland.com/7ar33r Energy experts and consumer advocates say that not only are most Ohioans probably already getting their best deal, but switching energy suppliers without doing extensive research might actually stick you with higher utility bills in the long run.

Ohioans deserve affordable, reliable, and equal access to utility services, services essential to their well-being. The Ohio Consumers' Counsel is the state agency dedicated to putting consumers first for nearly 50 years! youtube.com/watch?v=kaFmBc…

CONSUMER ALERT: Suburban Gas has proposed rates that would cost the typical household more than $84 extra per year, including profit levels well above levels approved for other utilities. Consumers can comment to the PUCO online or by mail. More Info: occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/subu…

CONSUMER ALERT: The Ohio Cumberland Gas Company asked the PUCO to more than double its fixed monthly charge, costing its consumers $132 per year, before any gas is used. You can share your views on the case with the PUCO online or by mail. Details: occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/cumb…

The Ohio Consumers’ Council is objecting to what it considers a “through-the-looking-glass account” by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio staff as of Wednesday, Oct. 22. wdtn.com/news/ohio-cons…

Damage to utility lines at your home can happen, but it’s pretty rare. Is a utility line warranty worth the cost? Learn more: occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/util… #savemoney #utilities #budgeting #moneysavingtips

State analysts want to subtract $50 million from sought-after AES Ohio refunds daytondailynews.com/local/state-an…

OCC is the state agency that advocates for Ohio residential consumers when utilities seek rate hikes or changes that compromise your service. Check some of our advocacy for you here: occ.ohio.gov/filings #Ohio