This study examines the energy efficiency implications of a daily billed energy service, commonly known as ‘prepaid’ electricity, which is used by a growing percentage of residential customers in the competitive Texas electricity market. Our empirical analysis results suggest that this service could save 9.6% of average daily energy consumption, net of the effect of any disconnections. This quantitative study demonstrates that energy efficiency from prepaid energy products can extend to competitive marketplaces.
The impact of COVID-19 on electric load: Perspectives on a full pandemic year
This Insights follows up on analyses conducted one, two, and six months into the COVID-19 crisis in which we reviewed data illustrating the impact of COVID-19...