REAL Choice

NEW REPORT: Massachusetts’ Average Residential Utility Electric Rate Was 31% More Than Retail Energy

The Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) is a national advocacy organization dedicated to the expansion and modernization of American retail energy markets. In many states, utility monopolies still control the electric market and customers can’t choose where they buy their electricity and gas.

NEW REPORT: Massachusetts’ Average Residential Utility Electric Rate Was 31% More Than Retail EnergyJanuary 28, 2025

Customers had the potential to save up to $763 Million in 2024 collectively by shopping for competitive offers BOSTON –– A new analysis of Massachusetts residential electric rates reveals competitive energy suppliers offered an average lowest monthly fixed rate in 2024 that was five cents a kilowatt hour (kWh) less than the collective average monthly […]

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Pennsylvania Investigates Resource AdequacyJanuary 22, 2025

Energy demand is on the rise. The data center boon, decarbonization, and modern electrification efforts are presenting energy challenges. At the same time, new energy sources are coming online with investments in renewable energy. As a result, the power grid is experiencing a transformation, and maintaining resource adequacy is paramount.   In an effort to prepare […]

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Virginia legislators respond to energy crisis by introducing eight bills to give customers energy choiceJanuary 22, 2025

Energy choice advocates commend lawmakers for offering solutions to address rising energy demand, projected bill increases and shortfalls in capacity RICHMOND, VA (January 22, 2025) –– The Virginia legislative session has kicked off with a flurry of bills introduced to provide energy customers with more options to better serve their electricity needs. Eight bills have […]

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