Greenville County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Greenville County, South Carolina Electricity Overview
There was a 0.24% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita in the previous year in Greenville County.
Greenville County emitted 2,234,042,286.57 kilograms of CO2 gases from electricity use, which ranks them as the 3rd worst polluting county in the state.
Greenville County generates 6,945 megawatt hours from solar energy, making it 28th out of 46 counties in the state for total megawatt hours generated using solar power sources.
The US average residential rate per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Greenville County enjoy an average rate that is 17.92% less at 13.14 cents per kilowatt hour.
As the 1622nd largest generator of electricity in the country out of 3230 counties, Greenville County produces 32,414 megawatt hours of electricity from various fuel types.
Greenville County averages 0.06 megawatt hours per person produced from renewable electricity sources, which is 39th highest in South Carolina.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
8,534,195 MWh
Consumption per Capita
15.57 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
32,414 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
32,414 MWh
Production per Capita
0.06 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
2,234,042,287 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,077.09 kg
Greenville, SC Electricity Overview
On average, Greenville's residents spend 12.67 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 10.15% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 20.91% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 2,363 residential customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $128.14 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 12.56% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.
Emitting 295,226,330.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Greenville ranks 6th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 184th highest in South Carolina for pollution per capita with an average of 4,082.79 kilograms of emissions per resident. The city has one electricity plant within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greenville
Greenville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Greenville, South Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.55 | 126.92 | 6,711,930.66 | 842,292,516 |
Zips with electric coverage in Greenville, South Carolina include: 29607, 29605, 29615, 29611, 29609, 29601, 29614
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Greer, SC Electricity Overview
On average, Greer's residents spend 12.63 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 10.39% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 21.13% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 19,063 residential customers, Greer CPW is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $122.92 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 16.13% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.
Emitting 143,514,046.85 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Greer ranks 13th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Greer has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greer
Greer residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Greer, South Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.55 | 126.92 | 6,711,930.66 | 842,292,516 | |
Greer CPW | BUNDLED | 12.53 | 113.63 | 221,591 | 27,766,000 | |
Laurens Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 13.85 | 149.75 | 727,009 | 100,715,000 |
Zips with electric coverage in Greer, South Carolina include: 29651, 29687, 29650, 29334, 29388, 29365
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Mauldin, SC Electricity Overview
On average, Mauldin's residents spend 12.71 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 9.83% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 20.64% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 955 residential customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $128.95 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 12.01% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.
Emitting 100,987,737.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Mauldin ranks 18th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Mauldin has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mauldin
Mauldin residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Mauldin, South Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.55 | 126.92 | 6,711,930.66 | 842,292,516 | |
Laurens Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 13.85 | 149.75 | 727,009 | 100,715,000 |
Zips with electric coverage in Mauldin, South Carolina include: 29681, 29607, 29605, 29680, 29662
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Electricity Production in Greenville County, South Carolina
Power Plants in Greenville County, South Carolina
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Hollidays Bridge HydroNorthbrook Carolina Hydro LLC (100.00%) | Greenville County | SC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 10,614 | ||||
Enoree Phase II Landfill Gas RecoveryEnerdyne Power Systems Inc (100.00%) | Greenville County | SC | Landfill Gas | 7,669 | 5,376,175.43 | 701.03 | ||
Saluda DamNorthbrook Carolina Hydro LLC (100.00%) | Berea CDP | SC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 6,674 | ||||
Berry Road SolarRPSC Solar 3, LLC (100.00%) | Greenville County | SC | Solar | 3,533 | ||||
White Horse Solar ARPSC Solar 7, LLC (100.00%) | Gantt CDP | SC | Solar | 3,412 | ||||
Piedmont Hydro Power ProjectEnel Green Power (100.00%) | Piedmont CDP | SC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 512 |
Greenville County, South Carolina Details
Electricity use in Greenville County results in the release of 2,234,042,286.57 kilograms of CO2 pollution a year, which is 132nd highest amount in the United States out of 3230 counties and 3rd highest in South Carolina out of 46 counties. Averaging 4,077.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the county ranks 1808th worst for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. About 54.91% of electricity in Greenville County comes from generation using Conventional Hydroelectric. Also used is Landfill Gas at 23.66% and Solar at 21.43%. Greenville County has 6 electricity generation plants, which is 389th most in the US.
Providers In Each City in Greenville County:
- Fountain Inn, South Carolina:
- Laurens Electric Cooperative: 5.81%
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 94.19%
- Greenville, South Carolina:
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
- Greer, South Carolina:
- Laurens Electric Cooperative: 1.43%
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 60.43%
- Greer CPW: 38.14%
- Mauldin, South Carolina:
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 96.27%
- Laurens Electric Cooperative: 3.73%
- Simpsonville, South Carolina:
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
- Travelers Rest, South Carolina:
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
* 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 Greenville County, South Carolina?
By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity supplier in Greenville County, South Carolina.
How many power plants are in Greenville County, South Carolina?
Greenville County, South Carolina is home to 6 power plants generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.
How many electric companies offer service in Greenville County, South Carolina?
There are 4 electricity suppliers offering service in Greenville County, South Carolina.
Which electricity companies offer service in Greenville County, South Carolina?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
---|---|---|
1 | Duke Energy Carolinas | 62,733 |
2 | Greer CPW | 21,251 |
3 | Laurens Electric Cooperative | 7,159 |
4 | Blue Ridge Electric Coop | 6,954 |