RatesUp to date · Jan 15, 2026
Baseline Allowance
The amount of electricity a utility allocates at the lowest rate tier, based on your climate zone, season, and heating source. Usage above baseline is billed at higher tiers.
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Tiered Rate
An electricity pricing structure where the per-kWh rate increases as you use more power within a billing period, divided into usage tiers (e.g., Tier 1: 0-500 kWh, Tier 2: 501-1000 kWh).
Load Profile
A pattern of your electricity usage throughout the day and year. Important for sizing solar and battery systems.