About PowerLines
PowerLines aims to lower utility bills while growing our economy. By engaging with the people, policies, and processes that shape utility regulation, PowerLines is pushing for an energy system that better serves American consumers and communities.

Our Mission
PowerLines aims to modernize the utility regulatory system for American energy consumers to lower utility bills and grow the economy.
Our Vision
PowerLines envisions a world where people are empowered to shape energy decisions that lead to healthy, vibrant, and safe communities.
Our Values
Pro-Consumer
We promote practical energy solutions that lower utility bills and improve service for American consumers.
Pro-Economy
We support efforts that create jobs, boost investment, and grow our economy for the American economy.
Pro-Community
We aim to improve the health, well-being, and security of American communities.

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Our Leadership

Charles Hua
Founder & Executive Director

Chris Villarreal
Senior Advisor

Ted Thomas
Senior Advisor

Tremaine Phillips
Senior Advisor

Partners



News
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PowerLines Releases Playbook for State Legislators to Lower Utility Bills and Grow the Economy
New resource gives newly elected and returning lawmakers a roadmap to tackle rising utility bills ahead of 2027 state legislative sessions. WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, PowerLines released Lowering Utility Bills and Growing the Economy: A Playbook for State Legislators, a resource that outlines strategic tactics, policy pathways, and communications strategies for state legislators and their staff to…
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PowerLines Launches Tools to Track Utility Costs and Election-Year Promises Nationwide
Interactive resources show how gubernatorial and public utility commission candidates are talking about energy affordability, and what utilities are charging and spending in every state. PowerLines, a nonpartisan consumer education nonprofit, has launched two interactive resources to help consumers and other stakeholders understand utility bill trends in their states and how candidates and elected officials…
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