1312 17th St, Denver Colorado 80202

Frequently Asked Questions

No. We are fully independent and supplier-neutral. Our job is to represent your interests when evaluating retailers and products.

No. Our initial consultation and high-level assessment are complimentary.

In many markets, yes. Many customers continue to receive one bill from the utility that includes both delivery charges and supplier charges. In some cases, a supplier may bill separately, depending on the state, utility, and supplier agreement.

Energy prices are influenced by multiple factors, including:

  • Supply and demand
  • Weather patterns
  • Natural gas production levels
  • Infrastructure constraints
  • Global energy markets

Because of this, pricing can move quickly, which is why having a structured strategy is important.

In many cases, yes, but it depends on your current agreement, supplier terms, utility rules, and market conditions. Some businesses use variable or index pricing temporarily, then lock in a fixed rate when market timing is more favorable. environment.

Hedging is a strategy used to reduce exposure to price volatility. Instead of locking in 100% of your energy at one point in time, you can secure portions of your usage at different times or using different pricing structures.

This helps spread risk and avoid making a single “all-in” decision at the wrong time.

Not necessarily. The lowest advertised rate doesn’t always mean the lowest total cost.

Contracts can include:

  • Fees
  • Volume thresholds
  • Penalties
  • Auto-renewal clauses

We focus on the total effective cost and contract structure, not just the headline number.

Yes. We stay involved to:

  • Review invoices
  • Help resolve billing issues
  • Support new locations or changes
  • Assist with renewals

Our goal is long-term stability—not just a one-time transaction.

Retail energy prices are influenced by wholesale markets, where electricity and natural gas are bought and sold. Changes in these markets—driven by supply, demand, and global conditions—flow through to the rates available to businesses.

No. We work with both small and large businesses, as long as they have a commercial electricity or natural gas account in a deregulated market.

We can review your existing agreement, identify renewal opportunities, and help you plan ahead so you’re not rushed when it’s time to make your next decision.

  • Fixed pricing:
    Locks in a set rate for a defined term, providing stability and predictability.
  • Variable (index) pricing:
    Floats with the market and can go up or down depending on current conditions.

Each option has advantages depending on market timing and your tolerance for risk.

Variable (index) pricing can make sense when:

  • Market prices are trending lower
  • There is expected downward pressure on rates
  • You want flexibility without long-term commitment

However, it also comes with exposure to volatility, so it’s typically best used as part of a broader strategy rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.

Layered purchasing is a form of hedging where energy is secured in stages over time rather than all at once.

It’s often used by:

  • Larger energy users
  • Multi-site businesses
  • Companies looking to balance risk and opportunity

This approach reduces timing risk and creates more stable average pricing over the long term.

There’s no single “perfect” moment to lock in, but decisions are typically based on:

  • Current market pricing vs historical trends
  • Forward market expectations
  • Your risk tolerance
  • Budget requirements

Our role is to provide context and options so you can make a confident decision—not guess.

Yes. We work with businesses that operate across multiple sites and can help structure contracts and strategies that account for different locations, timelines, and usage patterns.

To provide accurate recommendations, we typically review your current setup and pricing structure. From there, we can outline your options and next steps.

 

A blended strategy combines fixed and variable pricing across your energy usage. This allows part of your consumption to remain stable while another portion can benefit from market movements.