JCP&L Expanding Energy Efficiency Offerings
JCP&L, a FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) subsidiary, received approval from New Jersey BPU to expand its energy efficiency programs. The two-and-a-half-year initiative includes expanded residential, commercial, and industrial offerings such as whole home assessments, HVAC incentives, and building decarbonization support. The program introduces zero-interest financing for qualifying customers across all sectors. Residential customers using 777 kWh monthly will see a rate increase of $1.06 (0.8%) in the first year, rising to $4.03 (3%) by the final program year, while maintaining the lowest rates among New Jersey's regulated electric distributors.
JCP&L, una filiale di FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), ha ricevuto l'approvazione dal New Jersey BPU per espandere i suoi programmi di efficienza energetica. L'iniziativa di due anni e mezzo comprende offerte residenziali, commerciali e industriali ampliate, come valutazioni complete delle abitazioni, incentivi per HVAC e supporto alla decarbonizzazione degli edifici. Il programma introduce finanziamenti a zero interessi per i clienti idonei in tutti i settori. I clienti residenziali che utilizzano 777 kWh al mese vedranno un aumento della tariffa di $1.06 (0.8%) nel primo anno, che salirà a $4.03 (3%) entro l'ultimo anno del programma, mantenendo le tariffe più basse tra i distributori elettrici regolamentati del New Jersey.
JCP&L, una subsidiaria de FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), recibió la aprobación de la BPU de Nueva Jersey para expandir sus programas de eficiencia energética. La iniciativa de dos años y medio incluye ofertas residenciales, comerciales e industriales ampliadas, como evaluaciones completas de viviendas, incentivos para HVAC y apoyo a la descarbonización de edificios. El programa introduce financiamiento sin interés para clientes cualificados en todos los sectores. Los clientes residenciales que consumen 777 kWh al mes verán un aumento en la tarifa de $1.06 (0.8%) en el primer año, aumentando a $4.03 (3%) para el último año del programa, manteniendo las tarifas más bajas entre los distribuidores eléctricos regulados de Nueva Jersey.
JCP&L, FirstEnergy Corp.(NYSE: FE)의 자회사,가 뉴저지 BPU로부터 에너지 효율 프로그램 확장을 승인받았습니다. 2년 반에 걸친 이 이니셔티브는 전체 주택 평가, HVAC 인센티브 및 건물 탈탄소화 지원과 같은 주거용, 상업용 및 산업용 프로그램을 확대 포함합니다. 이 프로그램은 모든 분야의 적격 고객을 위한 무이자 금융을 도입합니다. 주거용 고객 중 월 777 kWh를 사용하는 경우 첫 해에는 $1.06(0.8%)의 요금 인상이 있으며, 프로그램 마지막 해에는 $4.03(3%)까지 상승하지만 뉴저지의 규제 전력 유통업체 중 가장 낮은 요금을 유지합니다.
JCP&L, une filiale de FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), a reçu l'approbation de la BPU du New Jersey pour étendre ses programmes d'efficacité énergétique. L'initiative de deux ans et demi comprend des offres résidentielles, commerciales et industrielles élargies telles que des évaluations complètes des maisons, des incitations pour les systèmes HVAC et un soutien à la décarbonisation des bâtiments. Le programme introduit un financement sans intérêt pour les clients éligibles dans tous les secteurs. Les clients résidentiels utilisant 777 kWh par mois verront une augmentation de tarif de $1,06 (0,8%) au cours de la première année, montant à $4,03 (3%) lors de la dernière année du programme, tout en maintenant les tarifs les plus bas parmi les distributeurs d'électricité réglementés du New Jersey.
JCP&L, eine Tochtergesellschaft von FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), erhielt die Genehmigung von der New Jersey BPU, um ihre Energieeffizienzprogramme auszubauen. Die zweieinhalbjährige Initiative umfasst erweiterte Angebote für Wohn-, Gewerbe- und Industriekunden, wie umfassende Hausbewertungen, HVAC-Anreize und Unterstützung bei der Dekarbonisierung von Gebäuden. Das Programm führt zinsfreie Finanzierungen für berechtigte Kunden in allen Sektoren ein. Private Haushalte, die monatlich 777 kWh verbrauchen, werden im ersten Jahr mit einer Erhöhung der Tarife um $1,06 (0,8%) rechnen müssen, die bis zum letzten Programmjahr auf $4,03 (3%) steigt, während sie die niedrigsten Tarife unter den regulierten Elektrizitätsanbietern in New Jersey beibehalten.
- Approval received for program expansion, indicating regulatory support
- Introduction of zero-interest financing for energy efficiency projects
- Maintenance of lowest residential rates among NJ's regulated electric distributors
- Large customer base of 1.1 million customers across 13 counties
- Rate increases for residential customers up to 3% by final program year
- Additional operational costs for implementing expanded programs
Insights
This regulatory approval for expanded energy efficiency programs represents a significant strategic development for FirstEnergy's New Jersey operations. The initiative aligns with state-level clean energy mandates while establishing new revenue streams through program fees. The
The zero-interest financing offering is particularly noteworthy as it reduces barriers to adoption while creating long-term customer relationships. The comprehensive scope covering residential, commercial and industrial sectors provides multiple growth vectors. However, the
The building decarbonization program positions JCP&L ahead of expected electrification trends, though implementation costs and adoption rates remain uncertain. Overall, this represents a well-structured expansion of the utility's energy efficiency business model with clear revenue visibility.
New and expanded programs designed to meet increased energy savings targets
Doug Mokoid, FirstEnergy's President,
The approval allows for the continuation and expansion of programs offered by JCP&L since July 2021, including:
- A Whole Home program that offers energy efficiency opportunities, such as assessments and energy efficiency upgrades, to residential customers.
- An Energy Efficient Products program that provides incentives for HVAC, appliances, consumer electronics and other energy-saving equipment.
- The Direct Install and Energy Solutions programs that offer assessments and financial support to small business and commercial customers for energy efficiency upgrades.
- A Multifamily program that recognizes the needs of this diverse customer segment by offering financial incentives for in-unit and common area energy efficiency solutions as well as more comprehensive solutions, such as whole-building retrofits.
- A Building Decarbonization program that provides financial incentives and rebates for the electrification of building heating, water heating and cooking equipment.
JCP&L is also expanding a program that encourages energy-saving behaviors by providing energy use information, including analytics and tips to customers, through digital and mailed reports.
Additionally, JCP&L is offering zero-interest financing for qualifying customers for energy efficiency and building decarbonization projects. Customers across the residential, multifamily and commercial and industrial sectors will have access to loans for qualifying projects, such as major appliance and HVAC upgrades, home retrofit and multifamily projects, small business direct install projects and comprehensive solutions for commercial and industrial customers.
The typical JCP&L residential customer using 777 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per month will see an increase of
JCP&L serves 1.1 million customers in the counties of
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in
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