An electric bill can be a confusing piece of paperwork, full of unfamiliar language and line items that can be difficult to decipher. It’s important to understand your energy costs, and the fuel charge is one of the components of that cost. Knowing what the fuel charge is and how it is applied to your electric bill can help you better understand and manage your energy costs. This blog post will explain the basics of the fuel charge and how it affects your electric bill. We’ll cover the various aspects of the fuel charge, from its definition to how it is calculated. Additionally, we’ll explore how the fuel charge can be managed in order to lower your energy costs. By the end of this post, you should have a better understanding of the fuel charge and how it impacts your electric bill.
Important information about your upcoming AES Indiana bill
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) granted AES Indiana permission to implement its quarterly Fuel Adjustment Charge (FAC) on November 30, 2022. AES Indiana customers will see a FAC increase of $3. 2% of the total bill, or $27 per 1,000 kWh, will be added starting in December 2022. All AES Indiana customers, including residential and C&I customers, will be affected by this FAC increase. For the December billing cycle, which started with November 30 meter reads, this increase will take effect on November 30 (for some billing cycles, this may include usage days as early as October 31). This will be reflected in your AES Indiana bill.
The Fuel & Purchase Energy Charge (FPEC) includes the price of fuel used to generate electricity, power purchased, and related expenses. The fuel price is now the highest it has been in 7 years due to the increased demand brought on by supply chain issues as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the fact that the FPEC has not changed since October 2016.
The cost of the fuel used to produce your electricity is represented by the monthly Fuel Charge. With no markup, fuel costs are transferred from our fuel suppliers to our customers. You might also see other charges on your bill, such as Zap Cap Systems®, Renewable Energy, Outdoor Lighting, Share, and others, depending on the programs in which you’re enrolled. View items on the back of your bill.
Our monthly Basic Service Charge pays for the upkeep of your electric meter and the wires that supply electricity to your residence or place of business. Additionally, it includes the price of reading the meter, keeping track of customers, and recording bill payments, credit card transactions, and other business dealings. Even if no electricity is used during the month, every customer is subject to this fee.
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FAQ
What is a fuel charge?
The price of fuel needed to produce one kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity is known as a fuel charge. The costs associated with producing and delivering electricity to your home or place of business that do not directly relate to fuel, such as those associated with maintaining facilities and operating equipment
Why is there a fuel charge on my FPL bill?
The cost of fuel needed to produce each kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity is included in the fuel charge*. Base energy charge: the expenses associated with producing and delivering electricity other than fuel, such as the cost of running power plants and maintaining the grid.
What costs the most on your electric bill?
- Heating and cooling: 45–50% Your heating and cooling appliance uses the most electricity in the typical household.
- Water heater: 12% …
- Lighting: 9-12% …
- Refrigerator: 8% …
- Washer and dryer: 5% …
- Electric oven: 3% …
- Dishwasher: 2% …
- TV and cable box: 2%
What is the fuel cost for jea?
Utility Services: Electric, Water and Sewer Service ChargesChargeElectricWaterBasic Monthly Charge$5. 50$12. 60Energy Charge$71. 71Fuel Cost$83. 46Usage Charge$5. 58.
Reference:
https://www.myentergy.com/s/article/What-are-the-energy-and-the-fuel-charges-on-my-bill
https://www.ouc.com/customer-support/frequently-asked-questions/understanding-my-bill/lists/understanding-my-bill/what-are-fuel-and-non-fuel-charges-