Standard Service Offer
Default electricity rate for customers who don't choose a competitive supplier. SSO rates are set through competitive procurement.
About Standard Service Offer
The Standard Service Offer (SSO) is the default electricity rate provided by utilities to customers who don't choose a competitive supplier. SSO rates are set through competitive procurement processes.
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