WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Black Earth

Wisconsin

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The State of Electricity in Black Earth

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

Average monthly bill

January

$652highest

February

$356

March

$290

April

$212

May

$184

June

$180lowest

July

$195

August

$187

September

$183

October

$196

November

$242

December

$508

Carbon Emissions

1,921 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,581 kWh

Where does Black Earth’s electricity come from?

Black Earth's energy comes from Coal, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Wind, and Hydroelectric. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Black Earth's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 27%. Nuclear provides 16% of the energy in Black Earth. Solar provides 9% of the energy in Black Earth. Wind provides 5% of the energy in Black Earth. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Black Earth.

40%

Coal

27%

Natural Gas

16%

Nuclear

9%

Solar

5%

Wind

3%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Black Earth

The state of solar in Black Earth

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

$14,803

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 Black Earth 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 Black Earth

Alliant Energy Rates

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

Rate Name	Rate Type	Cost Per kWh
Residential Service	Fixed	16¢
Residential Time-of-Use	TOU	10¢ to 27¢
Residential Service Demand	TOU	9¢ to 490¢

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