WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Putnam
Connecticut
Connecticut
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Putnam
January
$174February
$140lowestMarch
$170April
$189May
$186June
$274July
$396highestAugust
$298September
$226October
$211November
$212December
$160Carbon Emissions
404 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
799 kWh
Putnam's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Petroleum, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 60% of Putnam's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 36%. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Putnam. Petroleum provides 1% of the energy in Putnam. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Putnam.
60%
Natural Gas
36%
Nuclear
2%
Solar
1%
Petroleum
1%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
700 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$14,088
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
7 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Putnam 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.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Putnam. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Eversource Energy - Connecticut has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Electric Service | Fixed | 13¢ |
The price to compare for Eversource Energy - Connecticut is 14.71¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 799 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 18 cheapestcheapest 13+ months | 11.69¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
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