Whole Energy Health Blog
The energy news & information you need to increase your knowledge and help you buy smarter, pay less, and optimize your electricity & natural gas contracts.
Solar Energy 101
The sun emits enough sunlight in an hour and a half to meet the world’s energy needs for an entire year.
How do Wind Turbines Work?
Wind turbines harness the wind’s energy and in turn produce electricity.
Natural Gas Price Components
There are two primary components of natural gas pricing – commodity price and basis. The commodity price is based on the NYMEX Henry Hub futures price and Basis includes transportation and storage costs.
ISO New England Fuel Security Program – Mystic Cost of Service
In 2018 ISO New England announced plans for two new ancillary charges, Mystic Cost of Service & ISO-NE Winter Reliability.
What is Natural Gas?
The image above may be the first thing that comes to mind when your hear natural gas but the process of
Drivers of Wholesale Electricity Prices
In general, the two main drivers of wholesale electricity prices in New England are the cost of fuel used to produce
Energy 101: Electric Cost Components
Your electric rate is composed of various components that together make up the total cost of electricity.
Hurricane Season and the Energy Market
Hurricanes and tropical storms can have significant effects on the energy market due to their potential to disrupt both the supply and demand sides of natural gas and electricity.
The Evolving Energy Landscape – The Future of Renewable Energy
The United States is undergoing a shift in its electricity generation, commonly referred to as the “grid mix.” To put it
Peak Day Management – A Success Story
If you live in the Northeast, you’ve certainly experienced a summer heatwave. On these days, commercial and residential buildings all have
Energy 101: The Flow of Electricity
The process of flipping a light switch involves a complex energy system that ensures electricity reaches its intended destination reliably and
Peak Day Management and BPE’s Peak Notification Service
As mentioned in last week’s blog, the ISO defines your capacity costs – Managing your usage at these times is crucial
Managing Capacity Costs this Summer
Summer is officially here and with that comes heat and more electricity usage for your business. Did you know that curtailing
What is The ISO?
You may hear your Energy Advisor refer to the ISO – Independent System Operator. The ISO is a non-profit organization authorized
Timing the Market
With so many factors having an influence on energy prices, how do you identify optimal buying opportunities?
What Moves the Electric Market?
In New England, there are two main drivers of wholesale electricity prices – cost of fuel and demand. Cost of Fuel
Energy 101: What is Energy Procurement?
A basic question but to successfully navigate the energy market can be a complex answer. Simply put, energy procurement is the
Energy 101: Weather and the Energy Market
We talk about the weather’s effect on the energy market a lot here at BPE. Here are a few ways weather
Energy 101: Why Work with an Energy Advisor?
At Best Practice Energy our Energy Advisors are your first point in contact for the energy procurement journey. The Energy Advisor’s
Best Practice Energy Joins Environ Energy for a Sustainable Energy Future
We are excited to announce that Best Practice Energy has recently been acquired by Environ Energy, a leading energy management firm
March 2023 Wrap Up
As March comes to a close, we’re looking forward to spring in the Northeast and the beginning of what we call
February
As we head into the last weekend of February, New England is shaking off Winter Storm Olive which brought snow, rain,
Is Winter Making a Comeback?
Last week, we saw the price of Natural Gas fall to an 18 month low as mild weather in the Midwest
January Outlook
Last week, natural gas fell to the lowest we’ve seen since December 2021 trading below $4.00/mmbtu. An increase in domestic supply