This time of year, many Ohio families begin putting up decorations to celebrate the holidays. Decorations help make the season bright, but can also create safety hazards. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) offers some tips to ensure a safe and energy efficient holiday season. Decorating safely Decorating this holiday season can be done […]
Colder weather is finally here, heating assistance is available
November 20, 2015 by
The Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) and the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) want to remind Ohioans that assistance is available if you have been disconnected or are threatened with disconnection from your utility service. The Winter Crisis Program, a component of the Home Energy Assistance Program, provides assistance to eligible households that are […]
PUCO offers tips for saving money on home utilities
November 6, 2015 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is encouraging Ohioans to practice energy efficiency and conservation. Ohioans rely on energy such as electricity and natural gas to run their homes on a daily basis. By practicing energy conservation, you can develop habits to reduce your energy usage and save on your utility bills. Whether you […]
PUCO highlights 2015 Lifeline Awareness Week
September 14, 2015 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is participating in National Lifeline Awareness Week, Sept. 14–20, 2015, reminding low-income telephone consumers that assistance is available to stay connected to local resources and emergency services. The PUCO, Federal Communications Commission, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners and the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates are […]
With colder weather coming, PUCO answers questions about budget billing
September 2, 2015 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 reminds Ohioans of their choices as energy consumers
January 21, 2015 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 […]
Agencies Remind Ohioans that Heating Assistance is Available
November 18, 2014 by
The Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) and the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) want to remind Ohioans that assistance is available if you have been disconnected or are threatened with disconnection from your utility service. The Winter Crisis Program, a component of the Home Energy Assistance Program, provides assistance to eligible households that are […]
October is Energy Awareness Month
October 22, 2014 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) and Ohio Development Services Agency are partnering to increase awareness of energy efficiency during Energy Awareness month. Throughout October, the agencies will provide tips on reducing energy costs as well as information on energy assistance programs. “It is important that consumers are aware of ways that they can […]
Propane Users Advised to Arrange for Winter Supplies Early
October 8, 2014 by
Harsh weather caused propane supply issues throughout Ohio last winter. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) joins the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) in encouraging Ohio consumers to consider the following steps to proactively prepare for the coming winter heating season. Check your current propane supply. Make sure that you are aware of […]
PUCO’s Winter Heating Season Reconnection Program Starts Soon
October 6, 2014 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has issued their annual order to Ohio electric and natural gas utilities to reconnect or maintain service for customers who have been disconnected or are facing disconnection. Last winter heating season, more than 274,000 Ohio utility customers utilized the PUCO’s winter reconnect program. Under the program, customers who […]
