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

$1,314highest

February

$1,220

March

$969

April

$873

May

$745

June

$452

July

$413

August

$379lowest

September

$454

October

$612

November

$805

December

$1,011

Carbon Emissions

2,701 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

3,017 kWh

Where does Kaktovik’s electricity come from?

Kaktovik's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Petroleum, and Coal. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 39% of Kaktovik's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 33%. Petroleum provides 18% of the energy in Kaktovik. Coal provides 10% of the energy in Kaktovik.

39%

Hydroelectric

33%

Natural Gas

18%

Petroleum

10%

Coal

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

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