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  • Eversource Energy is increasing electricity rates August 1, 2026. Photo of harbor on St. Charles River in Boston, MA.

    Eversource Rate Increase August 2026

    Starting August 1, Eversource Energy is raising its basic electricity supply rate by 10.8%—from 15.63¢ to 17.32¢ per kWh—adding nearly $17 a month to a standard 1,000 kWh household bill due to rising supply costs and grid investments. To offset these higher costs, residents can take advantage of state utility assistance, energy efficiency incentives through Mass Save, or switch to competitive suppliers via Energy Choice.

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  • National Grid is raising their electricity rates effective August 1st, 2026. Photo of George Washington monument in Public Garden, Boston, MA.

    National Grid Rate Increase August 2026

    Effective August 1, National Grid is raising Massachusetts electricity supply rates by 11.8% to 17.19¢ per kWh, adding over $18 a month to standard 1,000 kWh household bills. Residents can combat this price hike by lowering their usage through Mass Save efficiency programs or shopping for lower fixed-rate plans using Massachusetts Energy Choice.

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  • First Energy OH Rate Increase June 2026

    FirstEnergy Ohio rates increased June 1, 2026. See new PTC estimates for Ohio Edison, The Illuminating Company, and Toledo Edison.

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  • Duke Energy Rate Increase June 2026

    Duke Energy Ohio’s Price to Compare is rising to 10.7016¢/kWh on June 1, 2026. Learn why rates are increasing and how to compare fixed-rate plans to lower your monthly electric bill.

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  • AES Ohio Electricity Rate Increase June 2026

    AES Ohio electricity rates rose by 15% in June 2026. Learn how this shift impacts your monthly bill and discover 4 ways to lower your energy costs today.

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  • FirstEnergy PA Electricity Rate Increase June 2026

    FirstEnergy's Pennsylvania utility rates increased on June 1, 2026. Learn why PTC rates for Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power, and West Penn Power went up and how you can lower your bill by shopping for competitive rates or improving energy efficiency.

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  • ComEd is potentially increase their electricity rates come June 2026. Photo of the state capital building in Springfield.

    ComEd Electricity Rate Increase June 2026

    ComEd electricity rate hike took effect on June 1, 2026. Learn why bills are increasing by 9%, how to compare supply rates, and discover tips like Community Solar to lower your monthly energy costs this summer.

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  • PECO has withdrawn their proposal to increase electricity rates for June 2026. Photo is of downtown Philadelphia at night.

    PECO June 2026 Rate Increase

    PECO is raising electricity rates beginning June 1, 2026. See how much residential and commercial bills will increase and find out how to protect your budget.

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  • All about the MD utility relief act. Photo of Baltimore City smoke stack

    Empowering Maryland Households: A Guide to the Utility Relief Act

    Discover how the Maryland Utility Relief Act provides vital financial assistance and shut-off protections for residents. Learn about expanded energy grants and new resources designed to help Maryland households manage utility debt and ensure long-term energy affordability.

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  • Electric bills could potentially increase for PPL customers in June 2026

    PPL Electric Rate Increase for June 2026

    PPL Electric rates increased in June 2026. Learn how a $275M PUC settlement, new AI data center tariffs, and rising market costs will impact your monthly bill and how to lock in a lower rate.

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