Chugach Census Area, Alaska Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Chugach Census Area, Alaska Electricity Overview
In Chugach Census Area, 40,491 megawatt hours of electricity are generated from non-renewable sources. Chugach Census Area is 799th in the US out of 3230 counties for total electricity generation from non-renewable fuel types.
Chugach Census Area has a population of 7,015 residents.
Chugach Census Area ranks 9th county in the state out of 30 counties in hydroelectric power generation, producing 56,086 megawatt hours per year from hydroelectric plants.
Chugach Census Area's average residential price per kilowatt hour is 120.46% above the US average, at 35.29 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 16.01 cents.
Chugach Census Area uses only 59.46% of the electricity generated in the county.
Throughout the last 12 months, Chugach Census Area experienced a 2.68% decline in CO2 emissions per capita.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
57,425 MWh
Consumption per Capita
8.19 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
96,577 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
56,086 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
40,491 MWh
Production per Capita
13.77 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
18,554,776 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
2,645.01 kg
Valdez, AK Electricity Overview
Valdez's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 33.54 cents per kilowatt hour. Regrettably, this is 38.99% higher than Alaska's average price of 24.13 cents, which ranks the city 47th best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in Alaska. There is 102.28% more electricity produced than consumed in Valdez, leading to potential exportation of the excess. There has been a 4.47% decrease in the use of fossil fuels and other non-renewable fuels in Valdez during the last 12 months.
When considering electricity production, Valdez's top fuel source is Conventional Hydroelectric, making up 37,786 megawatt hours, or 57.54% of production in the city. Waste/other Oil and Distillate Fuel Oil make up the next highest amounts at 18,756 megawatt hours (28.56%) and 9,129 megawatt hours (13.90%), respectively. The city is the 40th highest ranked city in the state out of 359 when it comes to total pollution from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 10,253,329.58 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 emissions per person in the city, which amounts to 2,585.31 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this measurement the city is the 323rd highest polluting city in the state. Valdez has 3 electricity generation plants, which is the 6th highest for a city in Alaska.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Valdez
Valdez residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Valdez, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 33.54 | 141 | 65,671 | 15,663.26 | 5,253,529.22 |
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Cordova, AK Electricity Overview
Cordova's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 39.04 cents per kilowatt hour. Regrettably, this is 61.79% higher than Alaska's average price of 24.13 cents, which ranks the city 157th best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in Alaska. There is 17.54% more electricity produced than consumed in Cordova, leading to potential exportation of the excess. There has been a 17.28% decrease in the use of fossil fuels and other non-renewable fuels in Cordova during the last 12 months.
Coming in at as the 62nd worst ranked city out of 359 cities in the state, Cordova releases 4,846,579.88 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use per year. More importantly, the city averages 1,872.71 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are 4 electricity producing plants in the city, which is the 3rd most power plants in a city in Alaska.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cordova
Cordova residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Cordova, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Power and Telephone | BUNDLED | 38.11 | 152.09 | 27,245.34 | 10,382,727 | |
| Copper Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 33.54 | 141 | 15,663.26 | 5,253,529.22 | |
| Cordova Electric Coop | BUNDLED | 46.03 | 173.55 | 24,979 | 4,488.3 | 2,065,970.56 |
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Tazlina CDP, AK Electricity Overview
Tazlina CDP's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 35.82 cents per kilowatt hour. Regrettably, this is 48.46% higher than Alaska's average price of 24.13 cents, which ranks the city 73rd best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in Alaska. Copper Valley Electric is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on residential customer count. The nationwide average monthly residential electric bill is $138.02, while the Tazlina CDP average is 6.18% more at $146.54 per month.
Tazlina CDP is the 135th highest ranked city in the state out of 359 when it comes to total pollution from electricity use, with the city emitting 1,745,999.13 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Averaging 3,923.59 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the city ranks 176th worst in Alaska for emissions per capita. In Tazlina CDP, there are no electricity facilities. The city must depend on electricity imported from outside of the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Tazlina CDP
Tazlina CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Tazlina CDP, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Power and Telephone | BUNDLED | 38.11 | 152.09 | 27,245.34 | 10,382,727 | |
| Copper Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 33.54 | 141 | 15,663.26 | 5,253,529.22 |
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Electricity Production in Chugach Census Area, Alaska
Power Plants in Chugach Census Area, Alaska
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Solomon GulchCopper Valley Electric (100.00%) | Valdez | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 37,786 | ||||
Valdez CogenCopper Valley Electric (100.00%) | Valdez | AK | Waste/other Oil | 18,756 | 13,751,612.4 | 733.18 | ||
Power CreekCordova Electric Coop (100.00%) | Cordova | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 15,973 | ||||
| Valdez | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 9,129 | 6,988,397.56 | 765.52 | |||
| Cordova | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 6,679 | 5,696,538.2 | 852.9 | |||
GlennallenCopper Valley Electric (100.00%) | Glennallen CDP | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 4,584 | 3,710,372.97 | 809.42 | ||
Humpback CreekCordova Electric Coop (100.00%) | Cordova | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 2,327 | ||||
Slana Generating Station Alaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Slana CDP | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 1,421 | 1,058,127.49 | 744.64 | ||
Eyak Service Center BESSCordova Electric Coop (100.00%) | Cordova | AK | Batteries or other use of electricity as an energy source | -78 |
Chugach Census Area, Alaska Details
When considering electricity production, Chugach Census Area's top fuel source is Conventional Hydroelectric, making up 56,086 megawatt hours, or 58.07% of production in the county. Distillate Fuel Oil and Waste/other Oil make up the next highest amounts at 21,813 megawatt hours (22.59%) and 18,756 megawatt hours (19.42%), respectively. The county's electricity use results in CO2 emissions totaling 18,554,775.54 kilograms, which is 15th largest emissions amount in the state out of 30 counties. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per person in the county, which amounts to 2,645.01 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This calculation ranks the county as the 2362nd highest polluting county in the nation. Chugach Census Area is home to 9 power plants, which is the 3rd highest number of plants within a county in Alaska.
Providers In Each City in Chugach Census Area:
- Cordova, Alaska:
- Copper Valley Electric: 27.75%
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 23.12%
- Birch Creek Village Electric Utility: 24.19%
- Cordova Electric Coop: 24.93%
- Valdez, Alaska:
- Birch Creek Village Electric Utility: 45.33%
- Copper Valley Electric: 54.67%
- Whittier, Alaska:
- Chugach Electric: 5.99%
- Copper Valley Electric: 45.80%
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 17.59%
- Birch Creek Village Electric Utility: 30.62%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Chugach Census Area, Alaska?
By total megawatt hours sold, Copper Valley Electric is the largest electricity supplier in Chugach Census Area, Alaska.
Which electricity companies offer service in Chugach Census Area, Alaska?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cordova Electric Coop | 1,689 |
| 2 | Copper Valley Electric | 1,450 |
| 3 | Alaska Power and Telephone | 116 |
| 4 | Tatitlek Electric Utility | 64 |
How many power plants are in Chugach Census Area, Alaska?
There are 9 electricity plants located in Chugach Census Area, Alaska
How many electric companies offer service in Chugach Census Area, Alaska?
Chugach Census Area, Alaska has 4 electricity companies operating in the area.
