Why have NJ electric rates shot up? Supply and demand have no mercy

The increase in electric bills, fueled by a jump in the price of wholesale electricity, a cost that is passed by utilities directly to consumers, has crackled around New Jersey. As of June 1, average ... Read More

New Jersey BPU expands utility bill credits as electricity rates rise

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities took action to help Garden State ratepayers deal with the rising cost of electricity. The board formally approved $100 utility bill credits announced by Gov. Read More

What's next for NJ's electricity demand crisis? More generation, lawmaker believes

New Jersey residents saw a rate hike of about 20% on their utility bills earlier this summer and while there are plans for short-term relief, the cause behind the increase isn't going away any time ... Read More

Why is my electric bill so high? New Jerseyans point fingers but what is being done?

Frustrated with your electric bill? You are not alone. Many in NJ took to social media to express their displeasure in seeing their bills surge. Frustrated with your electric bill? You are not alone. Read More

NJ governor hopefuls attack rising electric rates

The rising cost of electricity became a central focus of the governor's race on Wednesday when Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) pledged to freeze utility rates if she's elected and Jack Ciattarelli (R) argued ... Read More