Stories, Guides & Resources from Gatby

Learn how New Jersey's energy choice program lets residents pick a supplier while their utility still delivers power, under NJ BPU rules.

Learn how Illinois energy choice lets residents pick a supplier while Commonwealth Edison or Ameren Illinois still delivers power and handles outages.

A line-by-line breakdown of CenterPoint's October 2026 delivery charges, including the new DCRF, fixed fees, and the total on a 1,000 kWh bill.

This month's spotlight: Direct Energy. See why so many Texans choose Direct Energy on Gatby for simple, fixed-rate electricity plans.

A plain-language guide to Texas electricity contract terms, from early termination fees to renewal notices, so shoppers can read a PUCT-regulated offer…

A look at how Texas renewable energy plans work, including renewable energy certificates and green plan options across Oncor and CenterPoint service areas.

Learn what a deregulated electricity market means for Texas households, how utilities deliver power while separate companies sell it, and what the PUCT…

A PUCT-informed guide to evaluating Texas retail energy plans—rate structure, contract length, renewable content, and cancellation terms explained.

Learn how to read a Texas electricity bill, from delivery charges by utilities like Oncor to supply charges, meter readings, and billing cycle dates.

Learn how budget billing smooths out Texas electricity payments across the year, how the true-up works, and what PUCT rules mean for customers choosing…

Learn how Pennsylvania's electric choice program lets residents switch energy suppliers through PECO, PPL, Duquesne Light, and other utilities without…

Learn how Duquesne Light's price to compare works in Pennsylvania, what it includes, how often it changes, and how to use it when reviewing supplier…

Learn how PPL Electric Utilities calculates its price to compare in Pennsylvania, why it changes, and how to use it when reviewing supplier offers.

In Texas's deregulated market, fixed and variable rate energy plans shape your bill differently. Learn what the PUCT requires and how Gatby helps you…

Learn what a kilowatt-hour means for Texas electric bills, how Oncor and CenterPoint meter usage, and how Gatby helps match plans to household needs.

Learn how to read a New Jersey utility bill, from delivery and supply charges to meter readings, billing cycles, and NJ BPU rules on switching energy…

Learn how to read a Commonwealth Edison or Ameren Illinois bill, from delivery and supply charges to meter readings, with guidance from Gatby on the…

A Pennsylvania guide to how energy choice works under the PA PUC, explaining the roles of utilities and suppliers and how residents can shop for plans.

Learn how Massachusetts' deregulated energy market lets residents choose a competitive supplier while Eversource, National Grid, or Unitil still deliver…

New ISO-NE summer settlement rules could raise your electricity bills during peak demand periods. Learn how capacity market changes affect Northeast rates.

Connecticut officials filed to reduce Eversource profit margins, potentially lowering transmission costs across New England. See how this affects your bill.

Illinois lawmakers ended their push for balcony solar after union opposition, blocking potential electricity bill savings for renters and condo owners. See

Eversource CEO warns data centers will increase electricity costs for residential customers. Learn how this affects your bill and when to lock in rates.

PJM's summer 2026 readiness plan aims to prevent blackouts and price spikes, but demand response programs may ask you to reduce usage during peak times.