WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Dorchester
South Carolina
South Carolina
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Dorchester
January
$179highestFebruary
$172March
$139April
$138lowestMay
$159June
$167July
$174August
$173September
$163October
$144November
$139December
$153Carbon Emissions
594 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
990 kWh
Dorchester's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 55% of Dorchester's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Coal provides 18% of the energy in Dorchester. Solar provides 3% of the energy in Dorchester. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Dorchester.
55%
Nuclear
22%
Natural Gas
18%
Coal
3%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
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
$13,445
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Dorchester 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.
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