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Electricity in
Hershey

Pennsylvania

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The State of Electricity in Hershey

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

Average monthly bill

January

$166

February

$146

March

$149

April

$134

May

$123lowest

June

$177

July

$284highest

August

$202

September

$161

October

$133

November

$138

December

$148

Carbon Emissions

689 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

928 kWh

Where does Hershey’s electricity come from?

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

63%

Natural Gas

29%

Nuclear

5%

Coal

1%

Hydroelectric

1%

Wind

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Hershey

The state of solar in Hershey

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

1,037 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$18,281

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 Hershey 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 Hershey

incentivesavingsutility 
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$350 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$1 to $5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Clothes Dryers$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$350 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$400/systemPPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Dishwashers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$450 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Clothes Dryers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$450 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Freezers (purchase)$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$200-$500PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Clothes Washers$25Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$100PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$400PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$200Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$250-$500Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$500Met-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
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$150-$250Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility)See Details

Electricity Providers in Hershey

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

Utilities in Hershey

MetEdPPL

PPL Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - THERMAL STORAGEFixed
Residential ServiceFixed

MetEd Rates

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

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

MetEd Electricity Plans in Hershey

The price to compare for MetEd is 10.41¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 928 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

10.39¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 18

cheapest 13+ months
11.19¢18 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

12 Month Home Power Plan

11.49¢12 monthsChoose Plan
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PPL Electricity Plans in Hershey

The price to compare for PPL is 10.77¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 928 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Constellation Energy

6 Month Home Power Plan

cheapestcheapest <12 months
9.99¢6 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 6

cheapestcheapest renewable
9.99¢6 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

10.09¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

cheapest 12 months
10.59¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

10.79¢12 monthsChoose Plan

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