WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Kent
Minnesota
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Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Kent
January
$457highestFebruary
$431March
$252April
$164May
$135June
$124lowestJuly
$136August
$128September
$126October
$141November
$258December
$352Carbon Emissions
1,130 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,538 kWh
Kent's energy comes from Wind, Coal, Nuclear, Natural Gas, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 29% of Kent's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 28%. Nuclear provides 23% of the energy in Kent. Natural Gas provides 15% of the energy in Kent. Solar provides 4% of the energy in Kent. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Kent.
29%
Wind
28%
Coal
23%
Nuclear
15%
Natural Gas
4%
Solar
1%
Hydroelectric
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
$13,365
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Kent 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.
Lake Region Electric Cooperative has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential and Farm Rates | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
| Offpeak Storage | Fixed | 4¢ |
| Interruptible Heating(Non-Domestic Use) | Fixed | 6¢ |
| Interruptible Heating(Domestic Use) | Fixed | 5¢ to 6¢ |
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