WE Energies Rates to Go Up 4% in 2010
On November 12, 2009, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) approved a rate increase of about 4% for all WE Energies customers. According to the PSC, the average WE Energies customer will see an increase of about $5 per month on their utility bill, which translates to an annual increase of about $60.
WE Energies had asked for a proposed increase of $190 million but the PSC granted a rate increase of about $90 million. Had the WE Energies proposal been accepted, local consumers would be looking at a much higher utility bill increase. Higher rates are also projected for 2011.
Each Wednesday we write about energy savings in an effort to help our readers examine ways they can reduce their utility bill. Here are some energy savings ideas that you might be able to implement to help offset the upcoming increase on your utility bill:
- Federal tax credits for energy efficient windows
- Get a furnace tune up
- Visit the ENERGY STAR website to reduce your utility bill
- How to use your ceiling fan properly to save energy
- Consider replacing your dehumidifier with an ENERGY STAR dehumidifier
- Check your refrigerator temperature
- Clean your refrigerator coils
Have you taken any steps to make your home more energy efficient? Please leave a comment and share with our readers.
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