We have to draw consequences from what happened, not just on gas but also regarding oil and electricity.

We must not get fully relaxed, since the original reason of conflict between Russia and Ukraine is not resolved yet.

That reflects the imposition of the value-added-tax on oil and electricity, plus the seasonal increase in demand because of Christmas.

Oil addiction can happen to anyone. For too long people have not faced up to their addiction and the consequences are now obvious. Your oil addition not only ruins your life and the life of your families, but the lives of most of the world's inhabitants.

Prices for all kinds of heating -- natural gas, fuel oil, electricity and propane -- have all risen since last year. But thanks to a warm winter and higher inventory levels, the price of natural gas is continuing to decline. We're pleased to pass along these savings to our customers in Miami-Dade, Brevard, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties.

None of these bills contain any provisions to keep electricity affordable in Maryland.