Public Power
Headquartered in Connecticut, Public Power is one of the largest licensed electricity and gas suppliers in the U.S., providing service to more than 200,000 residential and commercial clients across seven states.
Rate Plans
There are a number of rate plans to choose from with Public Power. Fixed rate plans are generally a better deal.
| Plan type | Contract Length | Details | Early Cancellation Fee |
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| Fixed Rate | 12 or 24 months |
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$50 |
| Variable Rate | None |
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No cancellation fee |
| Index Rate | None |
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No cancellation fee |
Electricity rates are charged per kilowatt-hour, while natural gas rates are based on therms or cubic feet.
Reviews
Public Power has mixed reviews. Most negative critiques center around variable price plans.
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Service Area
Public Power serves electricity consumers in Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. It also delivers natural gas to New Jersey and New York customers.
After switching to Public Power you will receive just one monthly bill from your local utility.
Rewards
Fidelty Offers
Rewards for being a continued customer include discount cards to local restaurants, and bill credits of up to $50 off your electricity bill.
Referrals
Public Power offers $20 visa prepaid cards for each new customer you refer who enrolls in electricity service. There is a $500 ceiling on referral rewards.
Company Information
With more than 200,000 customers, Public Power was founded in 2008. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, it is one of the largest alternative suppliers in the United States. Public Power is a subsidiary of Crius Energy, which provides energy to nearly 600,000 consumers in total.
In 2014, Crius Energy purchased HOP Energy. Electricity customers from HOP Energy automatically shifted over to Public Power service on July 22, 2014.