Earth Day Is Friday, April 22nd

April 20, 2022

Celebrate By Giving Back!

Senator Gaylord Nelson, "Father of Earth Day", overlooks the water surrounding Wisconsin's Apostle Islands in 1967. (Photo: Frank Wallick)

The first ever Earth Day took place on April 22^nd, 1970. In the 52 years since, what started as Senator Gaylord Nelson's attempt to bring the seriousness of air and water pollution to the attention of the American people, has now become an international event that is recognized in over 190 countries and mobilizes an estimated 1 billion volunteers annually.

If you follow us on social media, you’ll have seen us post over the past week about the importance of energy conservation as well as tips to help you reduce your energy consumption. Today, however, we want to highlight a few of our favorite non-profit organizations that are helping the environment and encourage you to donate (time or money) to their causes. Some of these organizations, many others too, have opportunities for you and your company to participate in projects that will help make our world a better place to live. Volunteerism is a great way to build camaraderie within your organization and to help your business connect with your local community

The Ocean Conservancy is a global organization based right here in Washington, DC. The ocean conservancy works to preserve the world’s oceans and protect all the creatures that call those oceans home. Find out more about their mission, donate, or sign up for one of their International Coastal Cleanup events by clicking here.

Anacostia Riverkeeper works locally to protect and restore the Anacostia River. They employ the local community in volunteer efforts to help remove trash from the river, lobby to hold entities accountable for their contributions to river pollution, and even offer “meaningful encounters with the river” which are designed to help foster a love for the waterways and encourage conservation efforts. Click here to learn more about Anacostia Riverkeepers.

Rock Creek Conservancy is the only organization dedicated solely to Rock Creek and its parks, and exists to restore the creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect. They are uniquely positioned to foster outreach, education, and efforts to overcome threats to Rock Creek. Learn more about Rock Creek Conservancy by clicking here.

Chesapeake Bay Foundation is devoted to saving the Chesapeake Bay. Their efforts range greatly, from advocating for bay-saving legislation, to planting oyster beds, to hands-on volunteer opportunities. Due to the size of the Chesapeake’s expansive watershed, CBF works in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. To learn more about CBF activity in your local area, click here.

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5 Tips For Businesses To Save On Their Energy Bill

By Andrew Sandglass • March 27, 2025

Let us help your business save!

A Message From Our President

March 10, 2025

As businesses continue their budgeting process throughout 2025, electricity supply costs across the PJM Interconnection region are rising, driven largely by an increase in capacity charges. Capacity charges, which ensure enough power is available during peak demand, have seen a sharp uptick, leading to higher rates, especially in the DC and Maryland energy markets. Both residential and commercial customers are facing these increases, with supply prices potentially rising by as much as 20%, significantly impacting operational costs across Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Baltimore County, Ann Arundel County and towns all across the east coast. However, there is still time to mitigate the coming increase in supply rates. From simple energy efficiency upgrades, such as LED lighting or smart thermostats, to longer-term projects like solar panel installations and power walls, businesses have a range of commercial energy solutions to reduce consumption and control costs. These procurement strategies can offer significant business energy savings over time and position companies for more sustainable energy use. We encourage you to talk with business owners and decision-makers in your network about these rising costs. This is a great time to introduce them to Electric Advisors , where we can help them navigate these changes and find ways to reduce their energy expenses. Your referrals can play a crucial role in helping those in your network become more competitive and we've made a profound impact on local businesses up and down the east coast and beyond. See below for an example of where our clients are being serviced. Best,

Electric Advisors Earns Montgomery County Green Business Certification

March 6, 2025

Electric Advisors, Inc. is proud to announce that we are now a Montgomery County Certified Green Business! We are also proud to share that we have recently received silver level recognition, after reaching bronze just a short number of months ago. This achievement reflects our commitment to reducing our impact on the environment and actively integrating sustainable practices into our daily operations. The program, operated in partnership with Bethesda Green and the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, encourages businesses to be leaders in environmental stewardship while working towards a more sustainable future. By participating in this certification program, we join a growing community of forward-thinking businesses dedicated to creating a greener economy. The certification is structured around continuous improvement, offering businesses the opportunity to progress through Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels as they enhance their sustainability practices. To learn more about the Montgomery County Green Business Certification Program and how your business can get involved, click here . Electric Advisors is proud to be part of this initiative, and we encourage other local businesses to explore the program and join us on the path to a greener future. Help us embrace sustainable practices and work towards a greener future for our community!