Based on Annual Survey of About 50
Utilities
Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers pay the lowest
combined bill for electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater in the U.S.,
according to a 2013 survey of about 50 utilities across the nation. The survey
provides a snapshot of average utility bills and rates effective
January 2, 2013 . Full results can be found at www.mlgw.com/ratesurvey.
The average residential bill of $234.40 represents a
$40.28 decrease compared to $274.69 last year. In the latest survey,
Memphis Springfield , Mo. Reno ,
NV Omaha ,
NE Columbus , OH Nashville Chattanooga Knoxville
The annual survey is conducted by MLGW and is based on
1000 kilowatt-hours of electricity, 200 hundred cubic feet (CCF) of natural gas,
10 CCF of water and 10 CCF of wastewater, which is the usage of a typical MLGW
customer.
“We are always striving to provide value for customers
and our low rates reflect that commitment,” said MLGW President and CEO Jerry R.
Collins, Jr.
Having the lowest combined bill in the nation is not the
only good news for MLGW customers. The numbers above reflect a 14.6 percent
decrease in the MLGW customer's average bill, the lowest amount since 2004. The
decrease is attributable to a warmer winter as well as lower natural gas
prices.
With spring here and summer approaching, now is a good
time to prepare your home to be energy efficient. Combining a few steps such as
adding insulation, caulking windows and installing a programmable thermostat can
add up to big savings. Here are a few more tips:
- Check your air conditioner's filter every time you
receive your utility bill.
- Set the thermostat at 78 degrees or higher for the most
energy efficient operation. Each degree below this setting adds 6 percent to
your cooling costs.
- Use fans to move the air inside your home. This gives
the sensation that it is five degrees cooler than the actual
temperature.
- Learn more at http://www.mlgw.com/residential/energysavingtools
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