Skyrocketing Energy Prices: How to Prepare

Thanks to many factors including the war in Ukraine and inflation, energy costs across the board are increasing at stunning rates.

On November 1, 2022, National Grid costs for electricity will go up 64%. A typical residential electric bill will increase from $179 last winter to $293.

As of July 2022, natural gas prices in Massachusetts have increased by 52% above last year. Additional increases may be expected in winter.

Heating oil will increase about 10%, propane cost increases are less dramatic.

Four things consumers can do. 

1 Check out National Grid's website for ways to save energy and find bill relief.

2 Contact Mass Save for a free energy audit and energy efficiency improvement opportunities.  

3 Consider these energy saving tips.

4 Look into income-eligible assistance programs like the Good Neighbor Energy Fund, the Low income Home Energy Assistance Program, or the Massachusetts Association for Community Action.