@CommonChargeOrg

Powering greater energy possibility for everyone.

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Joined August 2025
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Solar on your roof saves you money. Aggregated across millions of homes saves everyone money. We're bridging the education gap for homeowners and policymakers alike so everyone benefits. ⚡ Read more from our Executive Director at @CanaryMediaInc: bit.ly/3Owjv5n
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💡 Distributed energy resources (DERs) are easy-to-deploy, critical tech states can’t ignore—especially where energy costs and grid strain are rising, like in VA. DERs could put ~$90/year back in every Virginia household’s pocket. ⚡🏠 heyor.ca/FU5R1P
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Smarter use of customer-owned energy—solar, batteries, EVs & smart appliances—could save Texans $18.9B in 10 years. That’s the #CommonCharge case: defer grid costs, boost competition & curb price spikes as demand rises. heyor.ca/tcoEqx

New Study: Texas Households Could Save $1,851 Over 10 Years by Better Using Existing Energy...

As utilities once again seek to raise electric rates, a new study commissioned by the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA) finds that better use of e

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A new NY-based analysis by @SynapseEnergy shows solar + storage could save consumers nearly $1B per year—lowering bills for all customers, not just those with solar. Read the full report here: heyor.ca/bCBZKm
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Our Executive Director Mary Rafferty joined #CommonCharge to help unite voices around one core belief: every consumer deserves access to #distributedassets. 🎧 Hear more on CleanTech Talk with @zshahan3: heyor.ca/IbsAjF

Common Charge and Advancing Distributed Energy - CleanTechnica

Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription, on Patreon, or on Stripe. Help us produce all of the high-quality, original content we publish week after week despite the challenges of...

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Big news for Illinois ⚡️ Gov. JB Pritzker has signed the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability (CRGA) Act into law—cutting energy costs, creating jobs, and strengthening the grid. Read more: heyor.ca/a0TZdx

Gov. JB Pritzker signs sweeping Illinois energy law boosting batteries and renewables that GOP...

The measure comes as state officials have warned Illinois may face energy shortages but Republicans warn massive battery installations called for in the bill would be partly backed by a surcharge on...

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Huge thanks to our members, partners, and supporters for making Common Charge a success this year. We’ll be back soon—energized, optimistic, and ready to power what’s next. In the meantime, check out our new website: commoncharge.org/
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It’s that time of year again…The Grid Wrapped. Spoiler: distributed assets absolutely carried 2025. They cut outage risk, kept homes powered, and saved families real money—all while building a fairer, smarter energy system.
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A new report by @WorldResources reveals rising U.S. electricity prices are driven by growing demand, fuel price volatility, aging infrastructure, and regional differences. #DERs deliver resilience and keep homes & businesses powered, even under strain. ⚡ heyor.ca/7uXuIK

What's Really Driving Up US Electricity Prices? We Unpack the Numbers.

U.S. electricity prices have risen nearly 30% since 2010. Learn what’s driving higher power bills — and what can be done to bring consumers relief.

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A few member voices worth hearing. Swipe to read what's motivating organizations to join the charge. ⚡
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How many boxes can you check? From smart thermostats to late-night laundry runs, you might be more “energy savvy” than you think. Play along and see where you land on the Energy Bingo board.
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Texas went from a 16% grid emergency risk in 2024 to under 1% in 2025, thanks to record solar + battery storage, keeping homes powered and warm. Distributed energy works. At Common Charge, we’re making it easier for every household to access and rely on these solutions.
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Common Charge launched just a few months ago & the momentum we’ve already seen is thanks to the innovators, businesses & advocates pushing for affordable, resilient energy for all. Grateful for this mission-driven community. Happy Thanksgiving from the Common Charge team! 🦃
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“Day one is telling a unified story about #DERs at scale,” says @EnvMary, our new Executive Director, to @ElisaWood at Energy Changemakers. #CommonCharge is uniting the industry to amplify the benefits of distributed energy for everyone. #DER #CleanEnergy heyor.ca/j7cmSc

Common Charge Seeks Unified Voice for Distributed Energy Sector

Common Charge hopes to create a unified voice for the multiple industries that make up the distributed energy sector.

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Common Charge is growing. We’re thrilled to welcome accomplished coalition leader, @EnvMary, as our new Executive Director! Together, we’ll keep breaking barriers to #distributedassets and putting power back in the hands of the people. Read more: heyor.ca/RBrNO1
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"If you're at the whims of utility companies' prices, it's really a bit nerve wracking." Most Americans feel the strain of #electricity prices rising. Read #NYT's coverage on the complex topic and how #distributedassets are part of the solution: heyor.ca/FM8pog

Why the Price of Electricity Is Spiking Around the Country

Not all states have gotten hit equally hard. The reasons are complex.

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The grid is facing more demand than ever, threatening to quadruple energy costs in some regions like #PJM. Aging infrastructure is struggling, but #distributedassets give ratepayers more control, per @Clean_GridView to @cmtWordsmith: heyor.ca/K1YEka

The people's power over electricity supply and demand

(The Center Square) – When it comes to the common good, regulators often work from the bottom up.

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Zoning, interconnection & inspections are holding back adoption of #distributedassets. A new report by @PermitPower_ shows removing these barriers could save families $1,600/year — $56K over 25 yrs — and $1.2T nationwide. Let’s break the red tape: heyor.ca/qwiCPS

As Cheap as Our Peers: How cutting red tape can lower the cost of rooftop solar and offset rising...

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Check out this @NBCChicago segment featuring Common Charge member @Sunrun showing how solar + storage helps residents in Chicago stay resilient against rising utility bills: heyor.ca/Wxo0LN

Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources

The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.

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#DistributedAssets are helping Americans like Rosemary, 86, save $2,500 in year one & $62K over time 🔌 Removing the headache of electricity bills, she can focus on family and doing what she loves—cooking. At #commoncharge, we believe that every ratepayer deserves affordability.
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