PECO's Expanded Customer Relief Program Offers Up to $750 in Credits
Pennsylvania's leading energy provider, PECO, has expanded its Customer Relief Fund program to assist households struggling with overdue energy bills. The initiative aims to provide financial relief to customers who are facing rising energy costs.
Eligible households can receive grants ranging from $500 to $750, depending on their outstanding balance and income level. Those currently owing more than $2,500 can still apply for the program if they're able to reduce their debt to $2,500 or less. Households with an annual income between 151% and 300% of the federal poverty level are eligible.
The expanded program targets households that often fall through the cracks, including hardworking families who earn too much to qualify for assistance but struggle to make ends meet. The PECO Customer Relief Fund is funded by $10 million from PECO, Exelon, and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.
Energy suppliers in Pennsylvania raised rates in June, with PECO increasing its rates by 12.6%, resulting in a $8 increase to the average customer's monthly bill. The growing demand on the electricity grid, particularly from data centers, is driving up energy costs.
The expanded program comes as Governor Josh Shapiro has threatened to remove Pennsylvania from PJM Interconnection if it doesn't address rising energy costs. Shapiro emphasized the need for change, stating that he won't stand for a status quo that perpetuates slowing down and increasing costs.
Households can apply for the program until December 31 or when funds are exhausted. Approved customers will receive $750 credits listed in their energy bills, providing some relief from the burden of rising energy expenses.
Pennsylvania's leading energy provider, PECO, has expanded its Customer Relief Fund program to assist households struggling with overdue energy bills. The initiative aims to provide financial relief to customers who are facing rising energy costs.
Eligible households can receive grants ranging from $500 to $750, depending on their outstanding balance and income level. Those currently owing more than $2,500 can still apply for the program if they're able to reduce their debt to $2,500 or less. Households with an annual income between 151% and 300% of the federal poverty level are eligible.
The expanded program targets households that often fall through the cracks, including hardworking families who earn too much to qualify for assistance but struggle to make ends meet. The PECO Customer Relief Fund is funded by $10 million from PECO, Exelon, and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.
Energy suppliers in Pennsylvania raised rates in June, with PECO increasing its rates by 12.6%, resulting in a $8 increase to the average customer's monthly bill. The growing demand on the electricity grid, particularly from data centers, is driving up energy costs.
The expanded program comes as Governor Josh Shapiro has threatened to remove Pennsylvania from PJM Interconnection if it doesn't address rising energy costs. Shapiro emphasized the need for change, stating that he won't stand for a status quo that perpetuates slowing down and increasing costs.
Households can apply for the program until December 31 or when funds are exhausted. Approved customers will receive $750 credits listed in their energy bills, providing some relief from the burden of rising energy expenses.
I mean, who doesn't love getting a financial boost when they need it most? 
And it's not just about the credits themselves, but also that it's targeting those hardworking families who are struggling to make ends meet. You know, the ones who are just trying to balance their budget with the rising energy costs? 
It's like PECO is saying, "Hey, we got your back!" 
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But let's be real, the energy landscape is changing, and we need programs like this to help people adapt. 
And Governor Shapiro is on point about wanting change – it's time for us to rethink our approach to energy costs! 
! Now it's all about who's got the deep pockets 
. It's about time someone stepped in and helped out the households that need it most. And yeah, $750 is a decent chunk of change 
. I just hope they don't run out of funds before December 
. We can't keep living like this, where people are struggling to turn on their lights 
. It's gotta be better than that 
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$10 million might seem like a lot, but let's be real, we need more 
. It's about time we acknowledge that not everyone is as lucky as those who can pay their energy bills on time 
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. I've been in tough spots myself, and it's not fun at all.
. This isn't just about the individual households, but also about the overall well-being of our community 
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! It's crazy how fast rates can skyrocket and leave people in a tight spot 
. Fingers crossed the program helps a lot of folks and we can all stay cozy this winter without breaking the bank 
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. But on the flip side, it's a good thing they're not just leaving these families to struggle - there's hope now 
! The fact that households with income levels between 151% and 300% of federal poverty level can still apply is a nice touch 
It's like they're trying to charge us per byte or something! 
Anyway, I guess PECO's new program is a step in the right direction. $750 in credits? That's like winning the lottery... for your electricity bill! 
. anyhoo, if u r struggling with energy bills, might wanna check this out 
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