Supplying Electricity to Illuminating Company Customers

What Is Energy Choice?

Energy market deregulation created “energy choice” for customers. Instead of paying the rate set by your utility company with no other options, you can choose from numerous prices and plans from different energy suppliers.

Electricity suppliers buy energy from generation companies. Since there are more suppliers in the market, customers get competitive rates without service interruptions. and they set competitive rates for customers. Suppliers buy and supply your electricity, but your utility company will deliver it to you and provide other services such as electrical line work. This means that you can benefit from lower prices without any changes to the service you receive from Illuminating Company.

About Illuminating Company

Illuminating Company is a FirstEnergy Corp. utility company that provides energy solutions to more than 700,000 customers in northeast Ohio. They provide dependable electricity delivery and service to homes and businesses throughout the region. At Shipley Energy, we’re proud to work as a supplier for Illuminating Company so you can continue to receive service from the company while choosing one of our plans.

Compare Illuminating Company’s Electric Rates

Finding the best electricity rates is easy with our online price checking feature. We care about transparency, which is why we encourage everyone to input their zip code to see prices and plans available in your area. Then you can estimate your monthly electric bill.

When you search, compare supplier prices to Illuminating Company’s price to compare (PTC), or the amount they would charge for supplying electricity, so you can find a supplier with lower rates than what you’re currently paying.

Factors That Affect Electricity Costs

There are numerous variables that impact the electricity prices Illuminating Company customers see on their utility bills, including:

• Fuel prices: It takes fuel to create and deliver electricity. That means when fuel costs rise, so do electricity rates.
• Use: Even if your plan has a low electricity rate, you may still receive expensive electricity bills if your consumption is high.
• Power plant expenses: Electricity is made in a power plant. The costs required to keep these power plants running contribute to electricity rates.
• Transmission and distribution costs: Electricity travels from power plants over poles and wires to your home. The cost of building and maintaining these systems impacts your electricity bills.
• Supply and demand: When the demand for electricity is high and the supply is low, rates increase. Rate hikes typically occur during the hot summer months when customers rely on electric-powered systems to cool their homes.

Shipley Energy’s Electricity Plans

Shipley Energy gives customers a choice between two types of price plans for their electricity supply:

1. Fixed price plans: These plans include an unchanging rate that you pay for your plan’s entirety. You won’t have to worry about fluctuating market rates for six, 12 or 24 months.
2. Variable price plans: Pricing for these plans is based on the market. If you would prefer to follow the market to get the best deals, a variable price plan will likely work best for you.

Green Energy Plans

If you’re interested in clean energy options, Shipley Energy can provide renewable energy to specific locations. We’ve partnered with renewable energy companies to deliver electricity from a mix of wind, hydro, and solar energy sources for environmentally friendly options. Our renewable energy plans exceed Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (AEPS) and Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requirements, so you can rest assured that you’re receiving a green electricity supply.

When you enroll in a green energy plan, the switch is seamless. Your electricity service remains the same, with no additional equipment required. Contact us today to see if your home is eligible for any of our renewable energy plans.

Benefits of Switching to Shipley Energy

When Illuminating Company customers get their electricity rates from Shipley Energy, they can count on:

• Low prices: We work with regional power companies to purchase electricity at discounted rates and pass along the savings to our customers.
• Unlimited 3% back: As part of our Shipley Energy Rewards Program, we give you 3% back on your electricity costs to show our appreciation for your business.
• Worry-Free Renewal: With our Worry-Free Renewal feature, you can always elect to renew your plan to a fixed rate, eliminating the risk of being rolled into a variable plan.

Shipley Energy Is a Trusted Electricity Supplier

Deregulation allows many suppliers to enter the energy market. As you shop for electricity, it’s essential to choose a provider with a proven track record of reliable service.

Customers know they can count on Shipley Energy for dependable electricity because:

• We have decades of experience: Shipley Energy has been in the energy market since 1929. Our industry expertise makes electricity a natural extension of our services.
• We promote transparency: We provide our customers with all the information they need to make informed decisions about their electricity plan. You can compare Illuminating Company electric rates to other providers right on our website and use your Illuminating Company PTC to find the best deals. We also provide online educational resources to help you understand how the energy market works.
• We go above and beyond for our customers: Shipley Energy is a family-owned business that understands the unique needs of Ohio families. In addition to securing low electricity rates, we provide additional savings by minimizing our administrative fees with streamlined operations. We provide attentive service to ensure you are totally satisfied.