Energy Insights - February 2009

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Energy Insights - February 2009

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Red, White, Blue & Green...the Renewable U.S. Power Market Grows

In early February, Reps. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Todd Platts (R-Pa.) introduced a renewable electricity standard, the American Renewable Energy Act, that would ensure that America is generating a quarter (25 percent) of its electricity from clean energy sources by 2025 (one of President Obama’s goals). At the same time, Congress addressed a more immediate concern by passing a federal stimulus package—which also contains budget dollars for renewable energy, electricity transmission and energy efficiency measures.

But, even before any federal renewable energy policy becomes law or any federal stimulus dollars are delegated, the green power market continues to exhibit strong growth.

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>> Buying Strategies for a Volatile Market
Take a look at year-to-date commodity pricing trends and some of the key factors that have influenced the price of electricity, natural gas and crude oil.  Find out what the market outlook is in the months ahead and what you can do to better manage your purchasing strategies.
>> Regional Market Updates
Find out more about what’s going on in your region in terms of government and regulatory affairs issues that affect commodity pricing and retail customer choice. See how Direct Energy Business is working on behalf of our customers to help secure favorable legislation and initiatives that support competitive wholesale markets and deregulation.
>> Sustainable Solutions Update
Keep up with the latest changes, implementations and decisions surrounding renewable energy, cap-and-trade and greenhouse gas reduction efforts.
>> Commodity Pricing Charts
See the latest commodity pricing charts, including crude and natural gas 12-month futures and monthly settlements, as well as thehistorical average weekly coal spot prices for the past three years.
>> Company News & Events
Find out more about what’s going on at Direct Energy Business, a Direct Energy company, and read the latest news from our parent company, Centrica, plc.
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