West Penn Power is an electric utility company that operates in Pennsylvania, serving over 720,000 customers in the state. The company is a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp and is responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity in its service area. West Penn Power's service area covers 24 counties in Pennsylvania, including major cities such as Pittsburgh, Altoona, and Johnstown. The company has a diverse mix of energy sources, including nuclear, coal, natural gas, and renewable energy. West Penn Power is committed to providing reliable and affordable electricity to its customers while also investing in modernizing its infrastructure to ensure a sustainable energy future for Pennsylvania.
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West Penn Power's energy comes from natural gas, coal, hydroelectric, and biomass. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 80% of West Penn Power's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 18%. Hydroelectric provides 1% of West Penn Power's electricity. Biomass provides 1% of West Penn Power's electricity.
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The average electricity rate for West Penn Power customers is 10.36 cents/kWh. West Penn Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 5¢ |
The price to compare for West Penn Power is 8.78¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan cheapestcheapest <12 months | 7.99¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 8 | 8.09¢ | 8 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 cheapest 12 months | 8.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 9.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 18 cheapest 13+ months | 10.09¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
In 2021, the average West Penn Power customer lost electricity one time for a duration of 183 minutes. In total, the average West Penn Power customer had their electricity out for about 254 minutes during the whole year.
West Penn Power can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Credited to customer's next bill at full retail rate; reconciled annually at "price-to-compare"