Deregulation will give property professionals the status quo option of remaining with their present supplier. And while maintaining the status quo might be the best choice, BOMA does not recommend it until all options have been fully explored and an educated choice can be made. Regardless of which company is selected to provide power, local utilities will more than likely continue to transmit and deliver that power. While there is little agreement as to how much consumers can realistically expect to save by shopping for electricity in a deregulated, competitive marketplace, experts agree that savings will be maximized through aggregation. By aggregating electricity loads, consumers will be able to make a joint purchase with others and take advantage of bulk pricing.
Aggregation can lower rates by increasing negotiating leverage .
This will lift the constraints of geography and allow purchases across state lines. BOMA believes that there should be no legal impediments to aggregate with other buildings anywhere in the country . The key to taking advantage of the freedom to choose is preparation and knowledge. Begin now to understand your present electricity costs and billings. Analyze your load profile and explore energy efficiency upgrades.