Consumer advice on long distance rates, understanding phone bills, avoiding pre-paid calling card scams, stopping telemarketing calls and junk mail.

Informs consumers on deregulation, offering explanations, terminology, savings calculator, and supplier listing.

Alliant Energy presents information on energy efficiency, safety, and home comfort. Topics include purchasing guides for energy-efficient products, energy basics, success stories, electrical, gas, and storm safety. Also information about the television program.

Promotes the use of propane as a fuel in US homes, listing benefits and energy savings. Also provides information about appliances using propane and a find-a-retailer feature.

San Diego, California, consumer watchdog group advising consumers on energy, utilities and internet issues.