Aug. 8 — State regulators are considering a modest upgrade to the electricity shopping website Power to Choose that would filter out some of the more blatant pricing gimmicks that have raised the ire of consumers who find themselves getting hit with unexpectedly high costs
— Houston Chronicle
Is a policy analyst for TCAP, a coalition of cities and other political subdivisions that purchase electricity in the deregulated market for their own governmental use. Because high energy costs can impact municipal budgets and the ability to fund essential services, TCAP, as part of its mission, actively promotes affordable energy policies. High energy prices also place a burden on local businesses and home consumers.