1.   ATLANTA - Southern Co. overcame lower electricity demand during a mild summer and an economic slowdown to report better-than-expected third-quarter earnings.

2.   But Geiger said such homes have lower electricity bills and better insurance rates.

3.   California consumers hoping that lower wholesale electricity prices will translate into lower utility bills are likely to be disappointed.

4.   CHILEAN stocks gained as optimism that wood pulp prices will rise offset concern about the impact of lower electricity rates on utility profits.

5.   Electricity buyers can buy futures contracts to hedge against price swings, which can help lower electricity prices for all consumers.

6.   Either way, lower electricity prices will put money into the economy and spur growth, Barnes said.

7.   In the long run, liberalization and competition will deliver lower electricity prices for companies and households alike.

8.   It was not clear on Sunday night whether the deal would lead to lower electricity rates.

9.   Key regional reports point to Western German inflation slowing in January, as lower electricity bills bring the index lower, economists said.

10.   Landscaping not only beautifies homes, it can result in lower electricity bills during the hot summer months.