WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Lewes
Delaware
Delaware
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Lewes
January
$130February
$109lowestMarch
$113April
$154May
$152June
$152July
$173highestAugust
$160September
$147October
$155November
$118December
$121Carbon Emissions
647 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
773 kWh
Lewes's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Coal, and Petroleum. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 89% of Lewes's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 8%. Coal provides 2% of the energy in Lewes. Petroleum provides 1% of the energy in Lewes.
89%
Natural Gas
8%
Solar
2%
Coal
1%
Petroleum
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
$12,081
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Lewes 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 Lewes. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Delaware Electric Cooperative has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Beat the Peak Time-of-Use | TOU | 9¢ to 27¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
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