This is exactly it. Because ERCOT is fully contained within the state of Texas they don't have to follow any of the federal rules that would cover interstate connections in the Federal Power Act. The state can fully manage it without outside influence, and they've chosen to fully deregulate the entire market. Because fuck you it makes money.

[–] Cqrd@lemmy.dbzer0.com 20 points 9 months ago (2 children)

Yep, a friend of mine there says he calls up different suppliers every year to shop for that year's current best price because they all regularly jack it up.

[–] Mbourgon@lemmy.world 9 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Tell him to look at EnergyOgre.

[–] TunaLobster@lemmy.world 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Texas Power Guide is another option I've used. Power to choose is to be avoided.

[–] Mbourgon@lemmy.world 3 points 9 months ago

Everyone games Power To Choose. I’ll keep TPG in mind in the future. Thanks!

[–] TunaLobster@lemmy.world 4 points 9 months ago

It's a normal thing in Texas. Annual plan are typical. Longer and shorter term ones are available. Never pay month to month. It's just like Internet plans.

Texas Power Guide does a nice job of analyzing a lot of plans based on your location and usage.

Do NOT use Power To Choose. The electricity retailers purchase positions on that site. There is usually bias in the plans its shows.