Utilities

Find out everything you need to know about going solar with utilities throughout the country.

What is the average electric bill in Texas in 2023?

Essie Magierski

September 13, 2023

What is the average electric bill in Texas in 2023?

A Texas-sized house can rack up a Texas-sized electric bill.

What is the average electric bill in Florida in 2023?

Essie Magierski

September 5, 2023

What is the average electric bill in Florida in 2023?

What will your electric bill look like in the Sunshine State?

What Minnesota's new 100% carbon-free energy law means for the state

Thi Deremer

February 27, 2023

What Minnesota's new 100% carbon-free energy law means for the state

Minnesota now requires that all electric utilities get 100% of the electricity they serve to customers from carbon-free sources by 2040. Here’s what that means for you.

What are utility bills?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

January 4, 2023

What are utility bills?

Utility bills are monthly statements that outline how much money you owe for services like electricity, gas, water, and internet. Learn how to save.

Going solar with SMUD: what you need to know

Thi Deremer

November 3, 2022

Going solar with SMUD: what you need to know

Is it a good financial decision to go solar as a SMUD customer? Learn about SMUD solar programs and find out if solar panels are right for you!

How PPL Electric Utilities customers can save money with solar

Thi Deremer

October 27, 2022

How PPL Electric Utilities customers can save money with solar

If you’re like most PPL customers, you pay a lot every month for electricity. Pay yourself instead by adding solar panels to your home.

New Yorker's guide to going solar with National Grid

Jen Merithew

October 6, 2022

New Yorker's guide to going solar with National Grid

A breakdown of what National Grid customers need to know about going solar in New York.

LADWP solar programs, incentives, and net metering

Thi Deremer

September 19, 2022

LADWP solar programs, incentives, and net metering

LADWP offers several solar programs for its customers, including net metering, Solar Rooftops, and Shared Solar. Save money with solar in Los Angeles!

Going solar with Austin Energy: what you need to know

Jen Merithew

September 16, 2022

Going solar with Austin Energy: what you need to know

A breakdown of what Austin Energy customers need to know before they go solar from how the Value of Solar rate works to if it’s a worthwhile investment.

Cost of electricity in Los Angeles: How to save money with LADWP

Thi Deremer

August 23, 2022

Cost of electricity in Los Angeles: How to save money with LADWP

Learn more about the cost of electricity in Los Angeles and find out how you can save money with LADWP.

The best energy-efficient light bulbs for your home

Heide Pfeiffenberge

August 19, 2022

The best energy-efficient light bulbs for your home

Energy-efficient light bulbs last longer, cost less, and are just as effective as traditional incandescent bulbs. Find out if they're right for your home.

NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more

Jen Merithew

August 11, 2022

NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more

The average electric bill in New Jersey is about $116, but homeowners can install solar panels to bring that down to $0.