“It’s alive!” That was the doctor’s triumphant cry when an electrical storm brought his monster to life in the movie “Frankenstein”. This scene offers a wonderful snapshot of humankind’s journey from fear to understanding electricity. People watch in horror as...
From an alarm clock going off in the morning to turning off the lights at the end of the day, electricity is always there accompanying us. Almost everyone has countless daily encounters with electricity and almost everyone does so safely, without injury, thanks to...
Electricity is one of the world’s most helpful energy sources, lighting our homes, powering industries, and taking us places in electric automobiles. But electrical energy is more than just instant power; electric currents can be used to separate materials—including...
Most of us take access to electricity as a given, powering appliances to make modern lives easier and more comfortable. We plug devices into electrical outlets and, with the flick of a switch, our wish is their command. Clothes get washed, rooms are cooled, radios...
Modern living means our lights and air conditioning can come on with a flick of a switch — and it means turning on appliances whenever we like. But enjoying such a convenient lifestyle is already changing how we consume electricity, which is a suddenly more precious...
The recent rises in energy prices are an unwelcome confirmation of the phrase, “nothing remains the same.” Cheap electric in Texas was available in 2020, with the state’s average retail price being around 20% lower than the national average. But times change and so...
Nikola Tesla was a groundbreaking genius whose inventions and ideas continue to affect modern life profoundly. Tesla is often called the “father of energy” because of his discoveries. Let’s shine a light on the life and work of this creative inventor and learn how he...
It’s a great feeling for anyone knowing they can switch on the air conditioning, lights, or space heater and think: “I’m with the best electric company in Texas.” There’s no need to compromise on lifestyle if your Texas electricity plan comes with incentives that...
Like our homes, the best Texas light company is unique to us all. But our light company should be just like our homes — appealing, supportive, and built on a solid foundation. At Amigo Energy, we take a holistic approach to energy. We understand our customers are...
Electricity towers come in many shapes and sizes, from simple poles to human-like giants that straddle the countryside. For many of us, our knowledge of the power grid is limited to these towers bringing electricity to our homes. We only take more notice of power...
