WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Savannah

Georgia

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The State of Electricity in Savannah

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

Average monthly bill

January

$203highest

February

$130

March

$129

April

$129

May

$146

June

$163

July

$168

August

$165

September

$157

October

$139

November

$128lowest

December

$139

Carbon Emissions

829 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,098 kWh

Where does Savannah’s electricity come from?

Savannah's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Savannah's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 38%. Coal provides 13% of the energy in Savannah. Solar provides 7% of the energy in Savannah. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Savannah.

40%

Natural Gas

38%

Nuclear

13%

Coal

7%

Solar

3%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Savannah

The state of solar in Savannah

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

948 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$18,722

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Savannah 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 Savannah

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 Savannah

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

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