NRG Electric Rates in PA: Compare Plans Before You Switch

Instead of keeping the same supply price for a defined contract period, the rate can change according to the agreement.

This may provide greater flexibility in some circumstances, but it also introduces uncertainty.

Before accepting a variable NRG electricity plan—or any variable supplier plan—find out:

How often can the rate change?

How is the new rate determined?

How much notice will you receive?

Is there an introductory period?

Can you leave without a cancellation charge?

What happens after the initial billing periods?

An attractive starting rate is much less useful if you do not understand what happens afterward.

Compare the Rate at Your Actual Electricity Usage

The most useful electricity-plan comparison uses your own bills.

Review approximately 12 months of electricity consumption if possible.

Identify your:

Low-use month

Typical month

High-use month

Then calculate the estimated supply cost of each plan at all three consumption levels.

A simple starting formula is:

Monthly kWh × Electricity Supply Rate = Estimated Usage-Based Supply Cost

Suppose one plan costs 13 cents per kWh and another costs 14 cents.

At 500 kWh, the simplified difference is:

500 × $0.01 = $5 per month

At 1,500 kWh: