WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Orchard
Colorado
Colorado
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Orchard
January
$489highestFebruary
$315March
$195April
$146May
$144June
$140lowestJuly
$145August
$144September
$141October
$153November
$270December
$303Carbon Emissions
1,396 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,420 kWh
Orchard's energy comes from Wind, Coal, Natural Gas, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 32% of Orchard's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 25%. Natural Gas provides 25% of the energy in Orchard. Solar provides 14% of the energy in Orchard. Hydroelectric provides 4% of the energy in Orchard.
32%
Wind
25%
Coal
25%
Natural Gas
14%
Solar
4%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$11,430
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Orchard can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Morgan County Rural Elec Assn has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Time-Of-Use - Rate Code 07 | TOU | 4¢ to 21¢ |
| Residential - Rate Code 01 | Fixed | 11¢ |
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