WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Lihue
Hawaii
Hawaii
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Lihue
January
$417February
$400March
$401April
$400May
$400June
$391lowestJuly
$407August
$411September
$410October
$424highestNovember
$400December
$404Carbon Emissions
1,645 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,000 kWh
Lihue's energy comes from Petroleum, Solar, and Wind. Petroleum is the largest source of electricity, providing 75% of Lihue's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 21%. Wind provides 4% of the energy in Lihue.
75%
Petroleum
21%
Solar
4%
Wind
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
$12,849
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
3 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Lihue 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.
Kauai Island Utility Cooperative has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 38¢ |
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