Energy committee: Exeter Community Power rates rise slightly; Unitil’s increase is larger

Jul 14, 2026

Exeter’s energy committee reported a modest CPCNH (Exeter Community Power) supply increase (about 0.44¢, ~2.7%, ~ $2.60/month for typical user) and a larger Unitil increase (about 2.29¢/kWh, nearly 20%, ~ $15/month). Staff emphasized that service charges (regulated by the PUC) are a large portion of the bill and urged customers to consider options carefully.

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Representatives from the town’s energy committee updated the Select Board on July 13 about recent changes in electricity supply rates, telling the board that the latest rate period will see a modest increase for Exeter Community Power customers but a larger one from Unitil.

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