Stephen J. Bronner is a New York-based freelance writer, editor and reporter. Over his more than a decade in journalism, he has written about energy, local politics and schools, startup success tips, ...

If you live in those parts of Texas with a deregulated energy market, shopping for an electricity provider among the hundreds of companies and plans probably seems normal. If you're new to this Texas ...

• 75% of Texas residential customers chose an electricity contract for 12 months or less in 2025 when comparison shopping. That compares to 63% selecting that option in 2024. • Electricity prices for ...