Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel

Demand Side Management

Taking steps to be more energy efficient will not only help our pocketbooks month after month, but will help ensure the energy we use is readily available everyday. Getting a friendly reminder by utility companies to be more energy efficient through programs stacked with incentives is even more reason to do so.

For the past two years, the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC) has advocated for the development of utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs that will assist consumers in lowering their monthly energy usage and monthly utility bills. The OCC is working with major utility companies to develop programs in an effort to provide incentives for consumers to manage their energy usage.

There are several ways for consumers to manage their everyday energy usage. Through these demand-side management programs, Ohioans can control when and how they use their energy creating a supply that is cheaper and more reliable.

Demand Side Management Fact Sheets

• Net Metering Basics

OCC has had to cancel many of its services, including its consumer call center, due to recent budget cuts. We realize you may continue to need assistance with your utility services. OCC's website provides free access to publications and resources.

You may seek assistance with utility complaints from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio: 800-686-7826. For complaints about non-utility related services, you may call the Ohio Attorney General at 800-282-0515.