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Are power rates about to double again in 2025?
In this episode of the Solar Power Hour, William Grant and Austin Bare break down why Illinois power costs keep rising, what rate negotiations in January and June could mean for your bills, and how solar + batteries can help offset the damage.
We’ll cover:
- Why winter rates dip but annual bills keep climbing
- How Ameren’s delivery fees & mandated charges have multiplied 5–7×
- The federal tax credit situation vs. remaining state/utility incentives
- What Time-of-Use (TOU) pricing could mean for your family
- Battery strategies: 1 vs 2+ units, backup hours, and peace of mind
- Why waiting for “the right time” often costs more in the long run
- Commercial solar surge in 2025 and how it may affect residential timel ...
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