UGI Utilities Announces Stable Gas Rates Through June 2025, Projects Modest December Increase

UGI Utilities, Inc. confirmed that its purchased gas cost rates will remain unchanged on June 1, 2025, with a projected increase anticipated for December 1, 2025. The utility will submit its natural gas cost rate projection through an annual filing with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC). Under regulatory guidelines, UGI is mandated to file gas cost rates annually for PUC review and may adjust rates quarterly to reflect wholesale natural gas price fluctuations. State regulations stipulate that utilities cannot profit from the natural gas commodity portion of customer bills, requiring direct pass-through of purchasing costs without markup.

If approved, the projected December rates would result in modest bill increases across residential, commercial, and industrial customer segments. A typical residential heating customer using 73.7 hundred cubic feet (ccf) of natural gas monthly would see their bill rise from $112.23 to $113.45, representing a 1.1% increase. Commercial customers using 28.3 thousand cubic feet (Mcf) would experience a 1.4% increase, with bills rising from $333.24 to $337.83. Industrial customers consuming 75.4 thousand cubic feet (Mcf) would face a 1.5% increase, with monthly bills climbing from $840.06 to $852.29.

UGI recognizes potential bill payment challenges and offers several customer support mechanisms. These include budget billing options, multiple payment platforms through their online account center and mobile application, and an auto-pay program designed to facilitate bill management. The utility encourages customers to explore energy efficiency strategies and provides resources through their website at www.ugi.com/energy-saving-tips. Customers with limited or fixed incomes can investigate potential energy assistance programs by visiting www.ugi.com/customerassistance.

Serving more than 760,000 natural gas and electric customers across 45 Pennsylvania counties, UGI Utilities continues to prioritize transparent communication regarding rate adjustments and customer support mechanisms. The announcement provides customers with advance notice of potential changes, allowing for financial planning and preparation. The modest projected increases reflect the utility's commitment to minimizing customer impact while responding to wholesale market conditions. The regulatory framework ensures that rate adjustments directly correspond to actual purchasing costs rather than generating additional profit for the utility. This transparency in rate-setting processes helps maintain consumer trust while ensuring the utility can continue providing reliable service across its extensive service territory.