WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Kaktovik

Alaska

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The State of Electricity in Kaktovik

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

Average monthly bill

January

$1,058

February

$957

March

$1,170highest

April

$838

May

$665

June

$438

July

$408

August

$365lowest

September

$393

October

$543

November

$814

December

$982

Carbon Emissions

2,756 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

2,902 kWh

Where does Kaktovik’s electricity come from?

Kaktovik's energy comes from Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, Petroleum, Coal, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Kaktovik's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 27%. Petroleum provides 16% of the energy in Kaktovik. Coal provides 14% of the energy in Kaktovik. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Kaktovik.

40%

Natural Gas

27%

Hydroelectric

16%

Petroleum

14%

Coal

2%

Wind

Solar energy in Kaktovik

The state of solar in Kaktovik

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

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Kaktovik 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.

Utilities in Kaktovik

North Slope Borough Power & Light

North Slope Borough Power & Light Rates

North Slope Borough Power & Light has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate Type
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60)Fixed
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60) for Nuiqsut onlyFixed
Residential (For Nuiqsut)Fixed
ResidentialFixed17¢ to 35¢

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