Greenwood County, SC: 3 Electric Providers

Greenwood County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Greenwood County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

When measuring CO2 emissions per capita, Greenwood County saw a 0.67% drop throughout the previous year.

Greenwood County generates 1.36% of their required electricity and must bring in the remaining 98.64% from neighboring counties.

With 14,711 megawatt generated from solar power and 69,267 consumers in Greenwood County, the county averages 0.21 megawatt hours generated from solar per capita, which gives it a ranking of 589th out of 3230 counties in the US.

Greenwood County has seen an increase in electricity production from solar power of 39.81% year over year.

Over 100.00% of Greenwood County's electricity generation comes from sustainable fuel sources, putting Greenwood County at 36th in the state for total sustainable electricity generation.

Greenwood County generates 0.21 megawatt hours per capita a year, making it the 36 highest county out of 46 counties for production per capita in the state.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,078,818 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.57 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    14,711 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    14,711 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.21 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    278,946,052 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,027.11 kg

Greenwood, SC Electricity Overview

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Greenwood's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 11.91 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 15.51% lower than South Carolina's average rate of 14.10 cents and 25.63% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Greenwood Electric Company sells an estimated 192,797.64 megawatt hours in the city each year, more than any other electricity provider. There is 8927.96% more electricity used in Greenwood than is produced, meaning the city must purchase electricity from neighboring cities and counties.

Emissions in Greenwood average 4,037.56 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity use, which ranks them as the 452nd worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity consumption is 90,292,026 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 27th largest emissions amount in South Carolina. Roughly 100.00% of Greenwood's electricity is generated using Solar. Greenwood is home to one electricity producing plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greenwood

Greenwood residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
12th11.91¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Greenwood
10th$110.79Average residential monthly electricity bill for Greenwood Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Greenwood, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516
Greenwood Electric CompanyBUNDLED11.0691.35114,91012,713,000

Ninety Six, SC Electricity Overview

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Ninety Six's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 12.67 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 10.15% lower than South Carolina's average rate of 14.10 cents and 20.91% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 4,403.18 megawatt hours each year, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential electricity bill is $137.21, while the Ninety Six average is 6.61% less at $128.14 per month.

Emissions in Ninety Six average 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity use, which ranks them as the 184th worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity consumption is 9,753,778.21 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 173rd largest emissions amount in South Carolina. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ninety Six

Ninety Six residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
39th12.67¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ninety Six
27th$128.14Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ninety Six Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ninety Six, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516

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Cokesbury CDP, SC Electricity Overview

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Cokesbury CDP's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 12.67 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 10.15% lower than South Carolina's average rate of 14.10 cents and 20.91% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 46 total residential customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest vendor in the city. Cokesbury CDP has 428 citizens, making it the 351st largest city in South Carolina.

Emissions in Cokesbury CDP average 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity use, which ranks them as the 184th worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity consumption is 1,747,432.85 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 345th largest emissions amount in South Carolina. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cokesbury CDP

Cokesbury CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
39th12.67¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Cokesbury CDP
27th$128.14Average residential monthly electricity bill for Cokesbury CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Cokesbury CDP, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516

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Electricity Production in Greenwood County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Greenwood County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Augusta SolarAugusta Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Greenwood County SC Solar 4,062
Woodfields SolarWoodfields Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Greenwood SC Solar 3,858
BriarwoodBriarwood Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Greenwood County SC Solar 3,521
Gold MineGold Mine Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Greenwood County SC Solar 3,270

Greenwood County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Emissions in Greenwood County average 4,027.11 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 1915th worst polluting county in the country based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic, the total pollution of the county from electricity consumption is 278,946,051.57 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 948th highest amount in the nation. Solar is the primary fuel type in Greenwood County, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel. Greenwood County has 4 power generation plants within its borders. This is the 672nd highest number of power plants in a county.

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Greenwood County, South Carolina Net Metering

Greenwood County has 2 out of 3 electricity suppliers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. Residents of South Carolina have decent net metering laws and regulations that encourage the installation of personal solar panels.

Energy Loss

Greenwood County has an average of 4.13% of the electricity that is transmitted in the state dissipated as heat. The countrywide average energy loss is 2.87%. This earned Greenwood County a rank of 10th best in South Carolina out of 46.

Providers In Each City in Greenwood County:

  • Greenwood, South Carolina:
    • Greenwood Electric Company: 47.17%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 52.83%
  • Hodges, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Ninety Six, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are in Greenwood County, South Carolina?

There are 4 power plants located in Greenwood County, South Carolina

How many electric companies offer service in Greenwood County, South Carolina?

There are 3 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Greenwood County, South Carolina.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Greenwood County, South Carolina?

By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity provider in Greenwood County, South Carolina.

Which electricity companies offer service in Greenwood County, South Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas36,186
2Greenwood Electric Company14,589
3Little River Electric Cooperative307

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2024-03-21