Running a business in our current economic climate is challenging. Expenses have increased steadily, and in some instances, those increases are now significantly outpacing revenue growth. Energy costs have been a contributing factor.
That’s why your local chamber of commerce has partnered with Chamber Energy Solutions (CES) to offer this special program to help keep natural gas costs under control! We encourage you to participate in this program and take full advantage of the benefits of your membership.
This program was designed specifically to enable you to save on your natural gas bill by utilizing the strength of group buying. The independent energy professionals of CES, on behalf of its members, will obtain the best price for natural gas for:
- Choice customers from Exelon Energy, a reputable supplier with almost 15 years of experience. Exelon Energy is certified by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) and is already serving thousands of customers in Ohio and across the Midwest.
- GTS customers from Interstate Gas Supply, an Ohio based company and America’s largest independent retail supplier of natural gas and a trusted energy provider.
We will evaluate your historical usage to see which program is best suited to your business. If you would like to find out how this program can help you, please take a few minutes to fill out the Member Response Form and return to Palmer Energy by fax to (419) 539-9185
or
mail to:
241 N. Superior Street,
Suite 250,
Toledo, OH 43604.
If you have questions, check out our FAQ.
If you need further information, contact your Chamber representative or Anne Schenk at
(419) 539-9180 ext. 204 or aschenk@palmerenergy.com.
Ready to join now? Please take the following steps to complete your enrollment:
- Check the terms or expiration date of your current natural gas supplier contract (if applicable)
- Complete the Power of Attorney/Chamber Energy Solutions Agreement for your area
- Provide a copy (all pages) of your natural gas invoice
- Fill out a tax exemption certificate if applicable (for more information, go to http://tax.ohio.gov/faqs/Sales/sales_taxability.stm.)
- Return the above listed documents and information by fax 419.539.9185, or e-mail, or mail to 241 N.Superior St. Suite 250, Toledo, OH 43604.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Chamber Energy Solutions (CES)?
CES is a program designed to save local business owners money on their energy costs. The program is administered by Palmer Energy Company, a Toledo-based firm with over 30 years of experience. Palmer is a fully-independent energy consulting firm with no interest in suppliers or utilities.
2. Why do we need Palmer Energy Company?
Palmer was selected to facilitate procurement of electricity and natural gas and implement hedging strategies to maximize savings. This allows business owners to concentrate on their company, while the experts deal with energy-solution challenges.
3. Who is eligible for the CES Program?
Local area businesses are eligible for the program.
4. Are there membership or unit fees involved?
There is a small per unit fee for program administration that is added to the supplier portion of your natural gas costs. The method by which participants currently receive their natural gas billing should remain the same.
5. What is your price? How much will I save?
These are difficult questions to answer without knowing the details of your operation. Are you transport or choice? What is your usage? Where are your locations? Please provide us with a copy of your latest complete (all pages) natural gas bill(s). These documents can be sent by email to aschenk@palmerenergy.com, fax to (419) 539-9185 or mail to Palmer Energy Company, 241 N. Superior Street, Suite 250, Toledo, OH 43604.
6. What if I am in contract with a supplier, can I still join?
As soon as your contract has expired you can start buying your natural gas through the CES Program. Send a copy of your current gas bill and contract and we will work with you to help ensure your inclusion in the program. Don’t hesitate—many contracts require 60 or 90 days’ notice of termination. In this case, you would stay with your current supplier and be switched after that contract ends.
7. Can I opt out at any time?
Yes, but you are required to stay with the program through those months that gas has been purchased on your behalf. Historically, we are 3-6 months out at any given time throughout the year.
8. How do I join the CES Natural Gas Program?
Please complete these steps to ensure your enrollment.