WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Bern
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Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Bern
January
$419highestFebruary
$300March
$140April
$138May
$135lowestJune
$151July
$155August
$150September
$135lowestOctober
$144November
$169December
$265Carbon Emissions
966 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,338 kWh
Bern's energy comes from Wind, Nuclear, Coal, Natural Gas, and Solar. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 60% of Bern's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 18%. Coal provides 16% of the energy in Bern. Natural Gas provides 5% of the energy in Bern. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Bern.
60%
Wind
18%
Nuclear
16%
Coal
5%
Natural Gas
1%
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
$13,569
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Bern 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.
Westar Energy Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL DEMAND SERVICE | Fixed | 9¢ to 728¢ |
| TIME OF USE | TOU | 8¢ to 29¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE TWO-PERIOD | TOU | 9¢ to 29¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE | TOU | 10¢ to 900¢ |
| Residential Standard Service | Fixed | 12¢ to 14¢ |
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