The Robert F. Manifold Award is the highest honor of the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates, recognizing a lifetime of public service. It was awarded to Bruce Weston for "Dedication and Meritorious Service to the People of Ohio and to NASUCA."
The first full week of March, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) marks National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) as a time to help people understand their consumer rights and avoid frauds and scams. This year, the FTC will observe NCPW from March 3 – March 9. Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC) will educate Ohioans about scams and other important consumer issues during that week and the whole month of March.
Common utility-related scams, how to avoid being scammed, and where to report it.
There are laws and rules governing telemarketing, which protect you from getting unwanted calls.
A bad deal with a natural gas or electric marketer could cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars a year. There are some “bad apples” to avoid!
Information to consider when deciding whether to purchase a utility line warranty.
Be prepared and know your rights if a power outage occurred today.
There is help if you struggle to pay electric and natural gas bills.