Hydro Power Rates Jump 28% Overnight Surprise
Published Date: 8/26/2025
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Summary
The Southwestern Power Administration just approved a new power rate for the Robert D. Willis Hydropower Project, starting now and lasting until September 30, 2025. This means customers buying wholesale hydro power will see a 28.6% price increase. If you rely on this power, get ready for the change and plan your budget accordingly!
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Robert D. Willis Wholesale Rate Hike
If you buy wholesale hydro power from the Robert D. Willis Hydropower Project, your annual wholesale power rate increases by 28.6 percent. The new rate schedule (RDW-23) was placed into effect on an interim basis and replaces RDW-15, and it remains in effect through September 30, 2025.
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