Learn how utility functions derive demand functions and their role in maximizing consumer satisfaction and economic decision making.

It’s not just eggs—all the basics we need to live our lives are getting more expensive, including the energy we use to run our appliances, heat our homes, and do just about everything else. The ...

For millions of Americans, understanding their electric bill can feel like trying to decipher hieroglyphics. It's a translation that's increasingly important to our pocketbooks, especially with ...

Higher temperatures increase air conditioner use, leading to higher energy bills. Peak hour electricity usage is more expensive, impacting summer costs. Using appliances at night and making ...

How democratic is your water utility? Does everyone who is registered to vote get to choose their leaders in elections? Or do only property owners get to vote for the managers? Maybe the public has no ...