Consumer Advocacy Archives - NYEnergy Ratings: The Blog

August 17, 2023August 17, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Electricity Bill Information, Industry News, Utilities

Con Ed Leads NY Utility Rate Hike

With PSC approval, your NY gas or electric utility can schedule out a rate hike to its delivery charge over several years. This charge can take up half or more on your monthy bill.

First Utility Rate Hike Hits NY in August Though many in New […]

July 17, 2023July 17, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Electricity Bill Information, Industry News, NYISO - NY DPS, Utilities

RG&E Prices and Errors Threaten Its Future in NY

Rochester's electricity customers may have had enough of RG&E and its billing errors. Find out what their next step could be and what it means for the area.

Fed Up with RG&E Errors Electric customers in Rochester are in a […]

April 22, 2023April 21, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Electricity Bill Information, Price To Compare, Save Money, Utilities

How to Read Your NY Electric Bill

With some NY utilities making billing errors, it's important more customers understand all the charges on their NY Electric Bill.

Confused by Your NY Electric Bill? Have you ever felt shocked by […]

April 14, 2023April 18, 2023Comparisons, Consumer Advocacy, Electricity Bill Information, Industry News, Save Money, Utilities

Upstate NY Customers Protest NYSEG Rate Increase

Find out why consumers are angry and demanding the NY Public Service Commission deny the proposed NYSEG 30% rate increase.

Consumers Cry Foul at Upstate Rate Hike Two upstate electric utilities, NYSEG […]

March 21, 2023March 21, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Electricity Bill Information, Industry News, Price To Compare, Save Money

How to Escape and Report a Scam

With energy rates falling, thieves will try to scam you with promises of cheap electricity. Learn what you need to know to avoid and report scammers in your neighborhood.

Scams are a Real Threat With New York electric rates dropping for […]

February 17, 2023March 9, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Green/Renewable Energy, NYISO - NY DPS, Save Money, Smart Home & Tech, Trends

Steamed Over Keeping Your Gas Stove?

Does New York's new electric building laws have you ready to boil over? Don't loose your cool. Find out how the law really affects your home, especially your gas stove.

NY Kicks the Gas Stove Out? Wondering what will happen to your […]

January 27, 2023March 9, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Industry News, Utilities

Partial Ban Upstate on Fossil Powered Crypto Mining

Crypto currency mining demands a lot of New York electricity. If it relies on fossil fuel for power, it could harm New York's emission reduction goals.

Is Crypto Mining Illegal in New York? Empty manufacturing and power plants […]

January 23, 2023January 24, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Industry News, NYISO - NY DPS, Save Money, Utilities

NYSEG Billing Errors Launch Investigation

New York utility billing errors not only affect the billed customer but all the consumers who will likely have to pay the additional cost to fix it. Find out what you need to know!

NYSEG Bill Pay Problems Residents across the state may have recently seen […]