WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Block Island
Rhode Island
Rhode Island
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Block Island
January
$631highestFebruary
$561March
$452April
$429May
$350June
$311July
$338August
$335September
$310lowestOctober
$352November
$360December
$515Carbon Emissions
1,100 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,300 kWh
Block Island's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 89% of Block Island's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 8%. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Block Island.
89%
Natural Gas
8%
Solar
3%
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
$15,496
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
6 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Block Island 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.
Block Island Power Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 9¢ to 24¢ |
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