WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Belfast

Pennsylvania

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The State of Electricity in Belfast

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

Average monthly bill

January

$134

February

$104

March

$112

April

$119

May

$125

June

$179

July

$263highest

August

$204

September

$147

October

$129

November

$147

December

$98lowest

Carbon Emissions

618 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

832 kWh

Where does Belfast’s electricity come from?

Belfast's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 63% of Belfast's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 29%. Coal provides 5% of the energy in Belfast. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Belfast. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Belfast. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Belfast.

63%

Natural Gas

29%

Nuclear

5%

Coal

1%

Hydroelectric

1%

Wind

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Belfast

The state of solar in Belfast

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

812 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,146

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Belfast 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Belfast

incentivesavingsutility 
Clothes Dryers$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Smart Thermostats$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$150-$250Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Dryers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$250-$500Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Washers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$500Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Freezers (purchase)$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Dishwashers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$200Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$100Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details

Electricity Providers in Belfast

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Belfast. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:

Utilities in Belfast

MetEd

MetEd Rates

MetEd has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed
Residential Service Rate (Time of Use Service)TOU
Residential Service Rate (Time of Use Service)TOU11¢ to 14¢

MetEd Electricity Plans in Belfast

The price to compare for MetEd is 10.41¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 832 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

cheapestcheapest <12 months
9.69¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

cheapest renewablecheapest 12 months
9.89¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

10.19¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

12 Month Home Power Plan

11.49¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor 9

11.49¢9 monthsChoose Plan
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