Independent power producers, like 12 drummers drumming, continue to provide a steady beat of affordable & reliable power for millions of Americans by innovating, protecting against over-building, and bearing the risk of building out new generation.

ICYMI: While monopoly utilities’ transmission and distribution charges have risen sharply over the years, competitive power markets have helped to keep electricity prices down, Vistra says in this Pittsburgh Post-Gazette letter to the editor. post-gazette.com/opinion/letter…

Regional grid competition through PJM Interconnection smooths out peaks and valleys in supply and demand, helping to keep power flowing and prices lower over time. Learn more about #EnergyChoice from #PowerChoicePA. powerchoicepa.com/post/pa-helps-…

Competitive markets encourage suppliers to innovate – from green energy plans to flexible contract terms – b/c they’re competing for YOUR business. So, in a truly competitive market, YOU get to decide which service plan fits your needs. #EnergyChoice powerchoicepa.com/consumer-benef…

ICYMI: In the wake of a 7% rate increase by #PPL, one resident urged PA PUC that “… utilities must balance financial health with fairness, affordability and environmental sustainability.” Get all the details on the proposal from @Mcall. mcall.com/2025/12/10/leh…

☃️The January edition of Power Moves is here. As 2026 begins, rising electricity demand, data center growth, and infrastructure constraints are sharpening the debate over how to meet demand without unnecessarily driving up costs. This month, we break down what’s real, what’s

Pa.’s competitive market lets you compare & switch easily – with tools like #PAPowerSwitch – so you’re not stuck paying the default rate if better options exist. More than 1.5 million Pennsylvanians have already made the switch. What are you waiting for? papowerswitch.com

The Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Station was once threatened with closure during a previous owner's bankruptcy, but a new 20-year power purchase agreement with Meta will not only secure its future, but also add significant electrical generation capacity. bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/new…

SW Pa. is doing its part to strengthen the grid. Beaver Valley Power Station is among 3 different Vistra nuclear plants that will add 433 MW of combined zero-carbon energy to the PJM Interconnection region as part of a deal with Meta, via The Wall Street Journal. wsj.com/tech/ai/meta-u…?

A new PA PUC report says utilities need to do more to prepare for storm damage in the Pittsburgh area, according to Chris Hoffman of KDKA. Last spring, people lost their power for up to 10 days after trees and power lines were knocked down. cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/new…

Discover how informed #EnergyChoices can lead to long-term #savings for consumers and businesses. Our latest blog highlights practical strategies to enhance #EnergyEfficiency and leverage #RetailEnergy options. Learn more: bit.ly/3NJhkL5 #NationalCutYourEnergyCostsDay

What have we learned from the deal b/t Vistra & Meta? PA’s competitive power market sends clear price signals that attract private investment in new generation. That means reliable power w/o forcing ratepayers to fund risky, utility-picked projects. triblive.com/local/regional…

ICYMI: Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Station in Shippingport will expand its electricity generating capacity by 140 MWs under an agreement b/t Vistra & Meta, the largest nuclear uprates supported by a corporate customer in the USA, via Pittsburgh Business Times. bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/new…

Don’t let your utility choose for you. In #EnergyChoice markets, prices vary widely — and the best rate usually isn’t the default one. Compare suppliers, plan types, and contract terms to keep more money in your pocket. #PAPowerSwitch papowerswitch.com

HAPPENING @ 11 a.m. TODAY. A joint informational meeting between the House Energy Committee and the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee on energy and electric utility policy issues. Stream it live: youtube.com/live/CTILYJfhT…

Electricity generation costs are declining, while transmission and distribution costs continue to climb, Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill writes in PennLive.com. She wants to unbundle hidden costs and improve transparency into how and why utility bills are increasing. pennlive.com/opinion/2026/0…

In #EnergyChoice markets, consumers can reap the benefits of competition to acquire electricity from a preferred third-party supplier, which provides an opportunity to make strategic decisions & time the market for optimal cost-reduction, via Pennsylvania Chamber. pachamber.org/events_resourc…

What would happen if we abandoned our competitive market? Look to our neighbor in Maryland. A new report says ratepayers would face huge risks if state policymakers were to allow the return of utility-owned generation. Get the full report: tinyurl.com/2p9vphhr