PPL Electric announced Thursday its price to compare will increase Dec. 1.

PPL delivers electricity to its customers, but it doesn’t own the power plants where that electricity is generated. For those customers who don’t choose an alternative energy supplier, PPL Electric must secure enough electricity to power its customers’ homes and businesses through competitive energy auctions held twice per year.

For residential customers, the new default rate is 10.771 cents per kWh, up from the current price of 10.040 cents

For small business customers, the new default rate is 10.446¢/kWh, up from the current price of 9.237¢/kWh.

If approved by the PUC, the new default rate will be in effect from Dec. 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025. This is the price customers should use to compare offers from alternative energy suppliers.

“We are always looking out for our customers, and one way we do this is by securing the lowest possible price for energy supply for those who choose not to shop,” said Christine Martin, president of PPL Electric Utilities. “Since these costs fluctuate, we are committed to helping our customers save on their monthly electric bill with programs and tools to help all customers manage their energy costs. And we encourage customers to monitor their bills closely, use the PUC’s website to compare offers and choose a supplier that is right for them.”

Customers can shop by visiting the PUC’s PaPowerSwitch.com website.

PPL Electric reminds customers to carefully read the terms and conditions to understand the price, expiration dates, potential cancellation fees and any other conditions that may apply.

For current default supply rates and shopping tips, visit pplelectric.com/shopping.

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