Her Dominion bill increased even though her energy usage decreased: 'We want affordability'
Stephanie Marcus of Goochland County, Virginia, was shocked to find her Dominion Energy bill increased by 12% to $444 in February 2026, despite an 8% decrease in her electricity usage compared to the previous year. Dominion Energy attributes these higher costs to rate hikes for fuel and base rates, partially approved by the State Corporation Commission, citing increased fuel costs for power plants, grid equipment, and significant load growth from data centers. Marcus emphasizes the need for affordability, stating that this trend is unsustainable for families regardless of utility reliability.
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