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Electricity in
Buena Vista

Georgia

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The State of Electricity in Buena Vista

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Buena Vista

Average monthly bill

January

$230highest

February

$140

March

$142

April

$138lowest

May

$159

June

$172

July

$181

August

$182

September

$163

October

$148

November

$139

December

$161

Carbon Emissions

834 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,105 kWh

Where does Buena Vista’s electricity come from?

Buena Vista's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Buena Vista's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 33%. Coal provides 11% of the energy in Buena Vista. Solar provides 11% of the energy in Buena Vista. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Buena Vista.

41%

Natural Gas

33%

Nuclear

11%

Coal

11%

Solar

3%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Buena Vista

The state of solar in Buena Vista

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

$13,539

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net metering policies in Buena Vista 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Buena Vista

incentivesavingsutility 
Light BulbsVariesGeorgia Power CompanySee Details
Light BulbsVariesGeorgia Power CompanySee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters50% of cost up to $500Georgia Power CompanySee Details
Smart ThermostatsSingle Family: 50% of cost up to $75 / Multifamily: 50% of cost up to $38Georgia Power CompanySee Details

Utilities in Buena Vista

Georgia Power

Georgia Power Rates

Georgia Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Time Of Use – Overnight AdvantageTOU6¢ to 42¢
Time Of Use – Residential DemandTOU6¢ to 1221¢
Pre-pay ServiceFixed14¢ to 19¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed14¢ to 22¢
Time Of Use - Residential Energy OnlyTOU13¢ to 42¢

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