New report reveals the culprit behind a $4.3 billion increase in home energy costs: 'As a final twist of the knife … residents will be on the hook'

E&E cited forecasts that have projected rate increases in PJM's territory to hit $163 billion through 2033. Price caps, such as one negotiated in Pennsylvania, limit some immediate impact. But once ...
dailyfreeman.com

Jacobson, Hinchey urge Hochul to sign utility bills

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Two state lawmakers are urging Gov. Hochul to sign recently passed state legislation aimed at utilities, such as Central Hudson Gas & Electric, that limits estimated billing practices ...
USA Today

Extreme heat is a threat to families. Trump's budget makes it harder to escape. | Opinion

Millions of low-income Americans struggle to afford air conditioning amid rising electricity costs and record-breaking temperatures. President Trump's 2026 budget proposal seeks to eliminate the Low ...
USA Today

LG&E, KU reach settlement on rate hikes. Here's how it could impact your monthly bill

Kentucky residents could still see their utility bills increase after a new settlement agreement with LG&E and KU and key stakeholders was announced, though not by as much as previously estimated. The ...
Boston Herald

Healey calls on utility regulators to slash charges, get moving on solar

Bay State energy bills are too damn high and Gov. Maura Healey says that she’s asking state regulators to do something about it — now. The governor summoned the media to her offices on Tuesday, where ...
Community Impact

City of Round Rock to replace 1,200 water meters in November

About 1,200 Round Rock water utility customers will be getting new meters soon. City officials approved a measure to replace water meters of some customers in October. These meters are not functioning ...