Shoulder Months: The Energy Market’s Hidden Opportunity

As we transition between seasons, energy professionals and savvy consumers are closely monitoring what’s known as the “shoulder months” in the energy market. These periods, typically occurring in spring (March/April) and fall (September/October), can significantly impact energy prices and consumption patterns. Let’s dive into what shoulder months mean for the energy market and how you…

Mastering Your Energy Bill: A Guide for Commercial and Industrial Clients

Understanding your energy bill is crucial for managing costs and improving efficiency as a business owner or facility manager. Decoding Your Energy Bill Energy Consumption (kWh) Your bill will show the total kilowatt-hours (kWh) consumed during the billing period. This represents the actual amount of electricity your facility uses. To better manage this: Demand Charges…

Energy Market Snapshot: Aug. 5, 2024: Capacity Auction News

2025/2026 CAPACITY AUCTION RESULTS The recent PJM capacity auction resulted in a significant price surge to $269.92 per megawatt-day, nearly tenfold last year’s increase. This affects 135,684 MW of capacity for June 2025-May 2026, with a diverse mix of gas, nuclear, coal, and renewables. Higher demand and market reforms are driving these costs. Businesses across…