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energy2 years ago•8 min saved

"NorthWestern Energy Rate Hikes Approved by Multiple Public Service Commissions"

The Public Service Commission has approved a new rate structure for NorthWestern Energy, Montana's largest monopoly utility, despite opposition from the public. Residential customers will see a 28% increase in bills compared to August 2022, or an 8% increase since the interim rate increase approved last fall. Critics argue that the rate increase will be devastating for many consumers, particularly older Montanans on fixed incomes. The approved rate changes are expected to increase NorthWestern's electricity-related revenue by $82 million and its natural gas revenue by $18 million.

via Montana Free Press|

#energy #montana #northwestern-energy

energy2 years ago•4 min saved

Montana PSC Greenlights NorthWestern's Electric Rate Hike

Montana regulators have approved a rate increase of up to 28% for residential and small business customers of NorthWestern Energy, the state's largest monopoly utility. The increase, which has been incrementally rising since August 2022, is attributed to infrastructure investments and taxes. The approval has sparked criticism from customers who argue that residential and small business customers are facing higher rate hikes compared to large businesses. The rate increase does not include the cost of NorthWestern's newly constructed gas-fired power plant, which will be billed separately next year. Other Montana utilities, such as Montana Dakota Utilities, have also recently increased rates.

via Billings Gazette|

#energy #montana #northwestern-energy

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Rising Electric Bills: Austin Energy's Fourth Rate Hike Sparks Concerns

Austin Energy is implementing its fourth rate increase in the past year, with the average residential customer's bill set to rise by approximately $1.50 per month starting from November 1. The previous rate changes included an increase of under $2 in October, a $15 average increase in November 2022, and a base rate rise to $13 per month in March. The latest increase is attributed to the cost of purchasing energy on the ERCOT market and covers charges such as the Community Benefit Charge, Regulatory Charge, and Power Supply Adjustment.

via KXAN.com|

#austin-energy #business #electric-utility

energy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Entergy Louisiana Offers $1 Million in Bill Assistance, Including $200 Credit for Customers"

Entergy Louisiana has allocated $1 million in bill payment assistance for qualifying residential customers across its service area in Louisiana. Customers can apply for a one-time $200 credit on their utility bill through their local United Way website. To qualify, customers must have a total household income of up to 250% of the federal poverty level. $100,000 of the funds will be directed towards assisting older adults and customers with disabilities through Entergy's The Power to Care program.

via WAFB|

#bill-assistance #energy #entergy-louisiana