Pennsylvania households face 45% higher electricity bills due to grid inefficiencies and fees, despite abundant energy.

Despite abundant natural gas and surplus electricity generation, Pennsylvania residents face a 45% rise in power bills over five years, outpacing national trends. While generation costs have fallen, transmission fees, regulatory charges, and capacity auctions have driven up prices. As a key hub in a regional grid serving 14 states, the state’s inefficiencies and delayed approvals hinder its ability to deliver affordable energy, fueling voter concern ahead of the 2026 elections. Efforts to fix grid bottlenecks and reform siting rules face challenges but are underway.