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Texas electricity rates dropped 4.2% in Q1 2026 — here’s why
Mild winter plus falling natural-gas futures pushed wholesale rates to a three-year low. Retail customers will see the savings land in May and June bills. Here’s what it means for your next plan.
Why your 9.8¢ plan bills like a 13.6¢ plan
The marketing rate isn’t the rate you pay. Most Texas electricity plans advertise the rate you hit at exactly 1,000 kWh — then hide the reality at 500 kWh or 2,000 kWh. Here’s the math.
Oncor vs CenterPoint: which TDU has the cheaper delivery charge?
Your TDU handles the wires, poles, and meter, and charges you for it on every plan — regardless of provider. We compared 2026 tariffs for the two biggest Texas utilities.
Are 100% renewable plans actually worth the extra penny?
We analyzed 847 green plans vs their grey-power equivalents. The premium is smaller than you think — and in some cases, the green plan is actually cheaper.
Rhythm Energy review: the small provider quietly winning Texas
A 89% customer retention rate, no base fees, and transparent pricing. We dug into their billing data to see if the hype holds up.
Your contract expires in 60 days. Do this now.
The holdover rate trap costs the average Texan $340/year. Here’s the 15-minute renewal checklist that keeps you from falling into it.
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