WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Bates
Oregon
Oregon
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Bates
January
$412highestFebruary
$389March
$195April
$181May
$149June
$141lowestJuly
$145August
$144September
$144October
$158November
$274December
$315Carbon Emissions
356 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,431 kWh
Bates's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Wind, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 53% of Bates's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Wind provides 18% of the energy in Bates. Solar provides 7% of the energy in Bates.
53%
Hydroelectric
22%
Natural Gas
18%
Wind
7%
Solar
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
$13,581
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
14 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Bates 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.
Columbia Power Coop Assn Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 8¢ |
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