Electricity utility serving New Jersey
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Atlantic City Electric is a New Jersey utility company owned by Exelon and was first incorporated in 1924. Atlantic City Electric aims to offer sustainability while delivering safe and reliable energy.
The company’s service area covers 2,800 square miles, including the cities of Atlantic City, Burlington, and Cape May. It serves more than 556,000 customers.
New Jersey’s energy market was deregulated in 1999 through the Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act. Energy deregulation allows you to choose the rates, plans, and energy supplier that meet your needs.
In a deregulated market, you can purchase electricity from your utility or from an energy provider. If you aren’t happy with your service, you are free to switch to another provider.
Choose Energy’s resources can help you select a provider in a deregulated market such as New Jersey’s. Check them out here:
There are key differences between a utility and a supplier. Utility companies like Atlantic City Energy deliver electricity to customers in their area. All consumers in the southern New Jersey area work with Atlantic City Energy.
A utility handles the distribution of electricity or natural gas to homes and businesses. These companies install and maintain power and gas lines for energy distribution. Utility companies maintain electrical infrastructure and restore power when it’s out.
Energy suppliers generate and sell the electricity that utility companies deliver to consumers. In deregulated areas, energy suppliers offer their own electricity rates and contract plans, creating an open market and allowing customers to shop competitive rates and find the best plan for their needs.
There are several energy providers operating in the Atlantic City Electric service area. You can choose from providers such as Constellation Energy, Direct Energy, and Clearview Energy. Customers in Atlantic City can compare to find the best rates and plans.
Choose Energy is a free, independent marketplace to compare your options. There you can find all-inclusive rates and monthly bill estimates. Filter your results for specific features such as plan types, term lengths, green energy, and more.
Electricity rates vary not only by provider but also by utility and location. You can enter your ZIP code to browse accurate local rates and compare available plans. Check out our energy buying guide to learn more.
If you have a power outage or questions, you’ll need to contact Atlantic City Electric. To report outages or a downed line:
For all other questions, including any about Atlantic City Electric rates in 2023:
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