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As the utility industry moved towards deregulation it was increasingly important to understand utility rates and the options. Many factors influence rates and your costs.  Some of the things and organizations that Ascent Energy Consulting can help you understand better include:

Utility rates

• Regulatory agencies
• Public Utility Commission
• Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
• Corporation Commission
• Energy Service Providers
• Generation Supply
• Natural gas pricing and rates
• Alternative options and rates

Utilities

• Southern California Edison
• Sempra
• PG&E
• San Diego Gas and Electric
• SMUD
• Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
• Pasadena
• Glendale
• Burbank
• Pacific Power
• Portland General Electric

Regulatory and Other Agencies

• California Public Utilities Commission
• Energy Trust of Oregon
• California Energy Commission
• Environmental Protection Agency
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
• South Coast Air Quality Management District
• California Air Resources Board

Utility Rate Design 

Different rates will impact your operational costs but may also require you to change the way run your business. We can help you decide what the best rate option is for your business as well as evaluating the impact of the rate on your costs. With the advent of deregulation optional rates available are fewer. Some of the electric rates available to you depend on the utility which serves your facilities.  Some of the typical rates available could be:  

• Firm Service
• Interruptible rates
• Demand response rates
• Voluntary program reduction credits
• Backup generation as an alternative

We are ready to meet your schedule, so you can select the best rate option or alternative for your company. Give us a call or send an e-mail for an appointment, we stand ready to serve your needs.