One of the important features of the electricity industry is the concept of mutual aid.  The idea is that if…

There are two concepts I would like to discuss today and an important link between them. Local distribution companies (LDCs)…

This blog was triggered by the recent proposals by the Government of Ontario to introduce legislation to reduce some of…

The message of this blog is directed to any residential or small business customer who is considering installing new energy-intensive…

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) publishes the mix of sources of electricity used to supply Ontario each year.  The…

All rates in $CAD Rate Class NOTL Hydro Florida Light & Power Oncor, Texas National Grid (Upper NY) Residential (750…

I recently joined the Board of a Credit Union.  One of the reasons I joined is the similarity I see…

The chart above shows a comparison of 1986 rates (actual and adjusted for inflation) and 2026 rates (before the Ontario…

Our rates are set each year by a Decision and Rate Order issued by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB).  If…

It is not uncommon to hear someone complain about government inefficiency and wonder why it can’t be run like a…