AUSTIN, Texas -- The Association of Electric Companies of Texas (AECT) announced the Texas Heat Relief Initiative, a five-point plan to help Texas consumers stay cool this summer while minimizing their electricity consumption. The initiative includes over $40 million to provide assistance for those who may face difficulties paying their electric bills this summer and to assist and educate customers about energy efficiency.
"The investor-owned utilities in Texas are working together with community action agencies, state officials and their customers to make certain no one is forced to choose between paying their electricity bill or their health and well-being," said John Fainter, President of AECT. "With higher natural gas prices increasing the cost of electricity, coupled with the typically hot Texas summers, AECT member companies realize that consumers may need help.