Electric Distribution Company - the company that delivers electricity to the retail consumer's home or business through the system of poles, wires, conduits or other fixtures along public highways or streets. Electric Generation - the production of electricity. Electric restructuring - the separation of the generation portion of the electric industry to open it to competitive electric suppliers. With electric choice, consumers can choose their electric supplier. The power is then delivered by the consumer's electric distribution company.
Funding is provided by the conservation and load management charge on electric customers' bills.
Fuel Assistance Programs - programs that provide assistance to qualifying individuals or households in making their payments for primary heat in the winter months. Load Management - actions taken by a consumer to alter energy usage demand including shifting use to different time periods. Its goals are safety, reliability and economy. Similar programs are available in many localities. Power Sources - the resources that are used to produce electricity.