On a sidenote, since we're talking about power, my provider here in London (British Gas) was going to increase prices to over £0.16/KWh (that's US$ 0.22!)... so I'm in the process of switching. That'll bring me back down to £0.11 ($0.15). Every little helps!
That's interesting, I've been on £0.1282 with BG, they now want £0.16 as they did from you. Best I've been quoted is £0.1321 ($.18) from Scottish Power ... out of interest, who are you switching to?
I am not sure if I can help, but here in Somerset, I spend a flat £0.09029 ($0.12 based on the actual rate) with OTM (I'm not sure I can write down the full name of the Provider); and best/worst of all there's no contract, the tariff is variable, you can switch anytime.
I hope I can help, I learned so much from this forum, thank you!