Pennsylvania utilities commission shares how to manage energy use, costs this winter
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) explains how natural gas customers are managing their energy use and costs this winter.
The PUC highlights the impact of recent changes in natural gas prices and colder weather on utility bills, advising consumers to act early and contact their utilities to discuss assistance options.
Natural gas bills consist of delivery fees, which cover the cost of pipelines and infrastructure, and supply fees, which fluctuate based on wholesale market prices.
The PUC provides current price comparison rates for Pennsylvania’s regulated natural gas utilities, allowing customers to compare deals using the PUC’s natural gas shopping website, PAGasSwitch.com.
To manage energy use, the PUC suggests lowering thermostats, maintaining furnaces, sealing drafts, adjusting water heaters and using ceiling fans judiciously.
For those struggling with high bills, the PUC encourages contacting utilities to explore assistance programs such as Customer Assistance Programs (CAP), Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and relief funds.
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