Customers – especially at-risk households – encouraged to review usage and explore affordability options before peak summer temperatures arrive

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is alerting consumers that electric generation prices for all PUC-regulated electric utilities will adjust on June 1 – just as summer temperatures and air-conditioning use begin increasing electricity demand across Pennsylvania.

Summer electric bills are influenced by two major factors: the market price of electricity and the amount of electricity used during periods of hot weather. While June 1 generation price adjustments may increase supply costs for many customers, extended heat waves and heavier air-conditioning use can have an even larger impact on total monthly bills.

The PUC encourages consumers to prepare now by reviewing their energy usage, exploring conservation opportunities, and to #CallUtilitiesNow to discuss tools like budget billing, payment arrangements, and other available assistance programs if they are concerned about summer bills.