Energy aggregation got a resounding vote of confidence from the Pantagraph editorial board Thursday which published an editorial touting the referendum's price-savings and dismissing its opposition, who believe that the referendum would mean an expansion of government. Government, however, is simply allowing voters to say whether or not they would like the chance to bargain for cheaper energy. If the referendum passes, government won't be negotiating the new contracts, an energy consulting company called Good Energy will be. That company will, in turn, be paid by the new energy supply company. Government's role was simply to allow the referendum on the ballot. Pantagraph goes on to say that during this recession, when everyone is trying to pinch their pennies and find ways to cut costs, energy aggregation is just a smart decision. The average household will save between $150 and $200 annually on their electric bill, and with the help of Good Energy, communities can negotiate a price-match clause into their energy supplier contract.
Source: GoodEnergy.com and Pantagraph.com
