Rising Electricity Costs: A Challenge for Consumers, Regulators, and Utilities

May 1, 2007

Rising energy and electricity prices have been in the news a lot lately. More than 100 state regulatory actions are planned or in progress to address rising electricity costs.

Even with recent price increases, the growth rate for electricity prices remains comparable to, and even lower than, other important consumer goods. The national average price for electricity today is less than what it was in 1980, adjusted for inflation.

• Learn more about today's electric utility rate environment.
• Read Why Are Electricity Prices Increasing? An Industry-Wide Perspective.

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