Editorial Standards & Guidelines
A commitment to accuracy, transparency, and trustworthy information about deregulated electricity markets in Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts.
Commitment to Accuracy
Consumers rely on accurate, up-to-date information to make important decisions about their electricity service. These editorial standards ensure that every piece of content published on ElectricRates.org meets the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and transparency.
All electricity rates displayed on this site come directly from licensed electricity suppliers. Placeholder, estimated, or fabricated rate data is never used.
1. Primary Source Verification
All factual claims in our content are verified against primary sources, including:
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State regulatory commission websites (PUCO, PA PUC, MA DPU) -
U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA.gov) data -
Official utility company communications and rate schedules -
Licensed electricity suppliers for real-time competitive rate data
2. Expert Review
Every article undergoes review by energy market experts with a combined 19+ years of experience in deregulated electricity markets. Reviewers verify technical accuracy and ensure information is presented clearly for consumers.
3. Citation Standards
Sources are cited for all statistical claims, regulatory information, and rate data. Citations are placed within 1-2 sentences of the claim they support, with direct links to authoritative sources whenever possible.
4. Regular Content Audits
Content is reviewed on a regular schedule based on topic sensitivity:
- Rate information: Real-time via API (no manual updates needed)
- How-to guides: Quarterly review for accuracy
- Regulatory content: Monthly review and updates as regulations change
- Evergreen content: Annual comprehensive review
All content on ElectricRates.org is written and reviewed by qualified energy market professionals. Authors meet the following requirements:
Required Experience
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Minimum 3 years in deregulated energy markets -
Direct experience with utility rate structures -
Understanding of state regulatory frameworks
Verification Process
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Professional credentials verified -
Employment history confirmed -
Ongoing training on market changes
Meet the team: Learn more about the authors and their qualifications on the About page.
When Corrections Are Made
Errors are promptly corrected when brought to attention. Corrections are handled based on severity:
- Minor errors (typos, formatting): Corrected silently
- Clarifications (ambiguous language): Updated with note at bottom of article
- Material errors (factual inaccuracies): Corrected with prominent correction notice
How to Report an Error
If you believe you've found an error in the content, please contact our corrections team. Include the article URL and a description of the error. All submissions are reviewed within 48 hours with responses to valid concerns within 5 business days.
Editorial Independence
Editorial content is created independently of business partnerships. Electricity rate information, utility guides, and educational content are produced solely based on accuracy and consumer value, not commercial considerations.
Business Relationships
Transparency about the business model and partnerships:
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ElectricRates.org partners with licensed enrollment providers to offer Smart Enroll services -
Rate data is provided directly from licensed electricity suppliers -
ElectricRates.org is operated by ComparePower.com
Affiliate Disclosure
When you enroll in an electricity plan through this site, ElectricRates.org may receive compensation from electricity suppliers. This does not affect which plans are shown or the order in which they appear—plans are displayed based on rate and terms, not commission.
Data Sources
All electricity rate data displayed on ElectricRates.org comes from authoritative sources:
Competitive Rates
Licensed suppliers (real-time)
Utility Base Rates
State PUC filings
State Average Rates
EIA.gov monthly data
Regulatory Info
PUCO, PA PUC, MA DPU
Questions About These Standards?
Transparency is a core value. If you have questions about the editorial process or want to report a concern, please reach out.