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The New Normal: Why Electricity Costs are Staying High
Growing electricity demand, grid investments, and evolving market dynamics are keeping energy costs elevated. Here's what businesses need to know, and what they can do about it.
Texas May Be Rewriting the Rules for Transmission Costs. Is Your Strategy Ready?
A proposed ERCOT change could reshape how large energy users manage transmission costs.
Q2 Thought Leadership: The Hidden Cost of Summer
Explore how commercial buildings and hotels can reduce peak demand, strengthen energy strategy, and control rising summer energy costs.
Case Study: How a CAISO Aerospace & Defense Portfolio Saved $3.1M by Moving from Retail Supply to Direct Access
A 10-site aerospace & defense portfolio in CAISO moved from retail supply to Direct Access, saving $3.1M annually — roughly 8% of total energy spend. A Pilot Energy co-managed engagement case study.
Capacity Markets Explained: What They Are and Why They Affect Your Bill
Capacity markets pay generators to be available during peak demand. For C&I buyers, the capacity tag is often the largest controllable cost they aren't managing. How PJM, NYISO, ISO-NE, and ERCOT differ.
What to Do When Your Energy Contract Is Expiring
Start evaluating 6-12 months before expiration. Waiting until the last minute eliminates leverage, limits options, and almost always costs more. A step-by-step guide to running a competitive renewal process.
