In 2008, the price of green power for residential customers in utility programs ranged from ¢/kWh (a savings compared to standard service) to ¢/kWh above standard electricity rates, with an average premium of ¢/kWh and median of ¢/kWh. These premiums have been adjusted to account for any fuel-cost exemptions granted to green power program participants. 16 In 2008, the utility programs with the lowest premiums for energy derived from new renewable sources had premiums ranging from ¢/kWh (a savings) to ¢/kWh. On average, consumers spend about $ per month above standard electricity rates for green power through utility.
