Upstate New York Residents Face Potential $25 Monthly Electricity Bill Increase

National Grid has proposed a rate hike that could raise electricity bills by about $25 per month for the average household over the next few years.

The increase would be phased in, starting with a $14.32 hike in the first year.

Supporters like the New York Geothermal Energy Organization back the proposal in hopes it will lead to more use of energy-efficient geothermal heat pumps.

The plan still needs approval from the public service commission, with public hearing dates yet to be announced.

National Grid proposes raise in utility prices over next three years