Power plant company FirstEnergy Solutions Corp.and its subsidiaries, along with the FirstEnergy Nuclear Operating Co., filed for bankruptcy protection late Saturday night. The filing in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio indicates that the top unsecured creditor is the Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co. which is owed more than […]
PUCO reminds Ohioans that heating assistance is available
January 29, 2018 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) wants to remind Ohioans that assistance is available for those that have been disconnected or are threatened with disconnection from their heating source. The Winter Reconnect Order allows residential customers the opportunity to have their service restored or maintained by paying the amount due or $175, whichever is […]
October is Energy Awareness Month
October 20, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) wants to educate Ohioans on how to better manage their energy use. Governor John R. Kasich has recognized October as Energy Awareness Month. Throughout October, the PUCO will provide ways to reduce energy consumption and increase energy efficiency, as well as information on programs to help Ohioans having […]
PUCO answers your questions about budget billing
July 14, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) would like to remind consumers that in addition to energy conservation and energy choice, budget billing is another way to manage your utility bills. How does budget billing work? Budget billing is a program offered by Ohio’s regulated electric and natural gas distribution companies that spreads out the […]
PUCO warns of utility payment scam
March 13, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is warning utility customers to beware of a payment scam that has re-surfaced across the state recently. The scam is targeting electric and natural gas utility customers, both residential and small business. A caller claiming to represent the utility informs the customer that they owe money from their […]
PUCO reminds consumers of the Winter Reconnect Order
January 27, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) reminds Ohioans of the Winter Reconnect Order to help consumers reconnect or maintain electric and natural gas service during the winter heating season between Oct. 17, 2016 and April 14, 2017. Any customer of a PUCO-regulated electric or natural gas utility may take advantage of the order. Last […]
PUCO offers answers about budget billing for utilities
July 15, 2016 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) would like to remind consumers that in addition to energy conservation and energy choice, budget billing is another way to manage your utility bills. How does budget billing work? Budget billing is a program offered by Ohio’s regulated electric and natural gas distribution companies that spreads out the […]
PUCO offers tips to prepare for a power outage
June 3, 2016 by
With summer approaching, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is reminding consumers of important outage preparation information. While the electric distribution system in Ohio is typically safe and reliable, weather conditions such as thunderstorms, high winds or snow storms can cause service interruptions. The PUCO offers these tips for being prepared in the event […]
PUCO highlights the benefits of energy efficiency and conservation
April 26, 2016 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) reminds Ohioans that energy efficiency benefits you, your household and the environment. A few simple steps can help you to save money, help the environment and take better control of the energy used in your home. Save money The energy used to heat and run your home can […]
PUCO reminds Ohioans of their choices as energy consumers
April 11, 2016 by
For more than 100 years, energy in Ohio — electric and natural gas — has been regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The PUCO wants to remind Ohio consumers that there are options when deciding the energy supply that best suits your home or business. Before energy choice, rates and services provided […]
