Pennsylvania Power and Light (PPL) is an electric utility company that provides power to approximately 1.4 million customers in the state of Pennsylvania. The company operates a vast network of transmission and distribution lines, as well as power plants, to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to its customers. PPL has a diverse mix of energy sources, including natural gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy, such as wind and solar. The company also offers a variety of energy efficiency programs, rebates, and incentives to help customers manage their energy usage and save money on their bills. PPL is committed to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions to its customers in Pennsylvania.
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PPL's energy comes from natural gas, nuclear, coal, hydroelectric, biomass, and wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 59% of PPL's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 29%. Coal provides 7% of PPL's electricity. Hydroelectric provides 4% of PPL's electricity. Biomass provides 1% of PPL's electricity. Wind provides 1% of PPL's electricity.
58%
Natural Gas
29%
Nuclear
7%
Coal
4%
Hydroelectric
1%
Biomass
1%
Wind
The average electricity rate for PPL customers is 13.59 cents/kWh. PPL has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RS (Residential Service) | Fixed | 16¢ |
| RS (Residential Service) | Fixed | 5¢ |
The price to compare for PPL is 11.03¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomorrow Energy | Earth Care 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 months | 9.09¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Term Optimized Live Brighter 9 cheapest <12 months | 9.49¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 6 | 9.59¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 12 | 9.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan | 9.99¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
In 2021, the average PPL customer lost electricity one time for a duration of 186 minutes. In total, the average PPL customer had their electricity out for about 173 minutes during the whole year.
PPL can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $1 to $5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $200-$500 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $100 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $400/system | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $400 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Credited to customer's next bill at full retail rate; reconciled annually at "price-to-compare"