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Approved Alternate Electricity Suppliers.

The District of Columbia Public Service Commission (PSC) is responsible for licensing companies to supply electricity to District customers.

To find out about current suppliers contact the PSC at (202) 626-5100 or visit their Web site at www.dcpsc.org

Understanding Your Electric Bill

If you have questions about your electric bill or service, please contact Pepco at (202) 833-7500 or visit www.pepco.com. The Office of the People"s Counsel at (202) 727-3071 or www.opc-dc.gov.

For Help Paying Your Electric Bill.

Residential customers who are experiencing difficulty paying their electric bill, no matter who their supplier is, may be eligible for assistance. For more information, call the D.C. Energy Office at (202) 673-6750, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Customers can also contact Pepco at (202) 833-7500, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., to inquire about payment programs. The Residential Aid Discount (RAD) program provides a discount on monthly electric bills of low-income customers. Contact the D.C. Energy Office or Pepco for details. Keep in mind that the cap on Pepco supply rates will remain in place until February 2007 for customers participating in RAD.

Resources for Becoming More Energy Efficient.

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
(202) 429-8873

DC Energy Office
(202) 673-6750

District of Columbia Public Service Commission
(202) 626-5100

Energy Star
(888) STAR-YES

Office of the People's Counsel
(202) 727-3071

Pepco
(202) 833-7500

The Alliance to Save Energy
(202) 857-0666