Mar 31

Yes, the frenzy is on in New York City.  Ever since ConEd has opened up to Viridian Energy, residents and businesses alike have been switching like crazy.

Why?  Maybe it has something to do with those high New York City electric rates?  Maybe it has something to do with the need for Continue reading »

written by Scott Gilbert \\ tags: , , , ,

Jan 31

People have been asking me about the New York City market for months, and now I can tell you that the energy deregulation world is about to rock New York City! Continue reading »

written by Scott Gilbert \\ tags: , , , ,

Jun 13

Do you know the difference between and active and a passive business?

In an active business, you work then get paid.  If you want more money, you work again, then get paid again.  Most people follow the active business model.  Owning a business that requires your continuous efforts and time is an active business.  Having a job also follows the active business model.

In the passive business model, you work once and get paid over and over again.  Owning a business that does not require your time is a passive business.  There are many passive business opportunities out there, and I am Continue reading »

written by Scott Gilbert \\ tags: , , ,

May 03

What?  Are you kidding?  Why would they want me to switch?
Ok, ok, I know this sounds strange but after you read this quick post you will fully understand.

Here’s the facts… energy is delivered to your home (or office) by your local utility.  That is what they do.  Your electric bill will show the fee for this service.  The energy being delivered needs to first be purchased somewhere, and this will also show on your bill.  This is called the generation portion of your bill (GSC=Generation Service Charge).  Your local utility is not allowed to make a profit from the generation of energy Continue reading »

written by Scott Gilbert \\ tags: , , , , , , , , , ,