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Eversource announced today, November 17, that the energy company filed new electricity supply prices from power suppliers with Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) that would be in effect from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023. If approved, the proposed Standard Service Rate for residential customers who receive their energy supply from Eversource would change from 12.1 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) to 24.2 cents per kWh, compared to 11.5 cents per kWh last winter. On average, an Eversource residential electric customer who uses 700 kilowatt hours of power each month could see an increase of approximately 48% over their current monthly bill – approximately $85 per month – on the supply portion of the bill.
As has been widely reported, energy costs continue to rise globally, with regional electric supply prices reaching all-time highs this year due to increased global demand for and the high cost of natural gas, world events, extreme weather, and other issues.
Eversource is encouraging customers who are having difficulty paying their energy bills or want to learn more about what help is available to participate in one of its upcoming webinars – December 1 or 8 at noon. The “Programs to Help” webinar will include information about protection from service disconnection, programs to reduce unpaid balances with affordable monthly payments, extended payment plans and no-cost energy efficiency programs that can help lower energy usage. Advanced registration is required, and customers can sign up at Eversource.com/Billhelp. Customers can also call the energy company at 800-286-2828 to learn more about the assistance and programs available.
