Customers may see modest increase in natural gas prices
Nov. 1 marks the beginning of what is considered the five-month winter heating season. Coming off a year when prices were near the lowest in the past six years, Great Plains Natural Gas customers may see a modest increase of about 8 percent this heating season. Even with the slight increase, natural gas continues to remain a great value, priced far less than other energy options.
Temperatures have the biggest impact on monthly bills because of the fluctuation in usage, but based on an average winter, customers can expect to pay about $10 more per month than last year. Prices are projected to remain stable in the upcoming years. Domestic production has increased across the country, providing ample supplies.
North Dakota conservation rebates available
Great Plains Natural Gas now has conservation rebates available to its North Dakota natural gas customers. These programs are funded through the American Recovery Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and administered through the North Dakota Department of Commerce. Additional information can be found on the North Dakota Conservation page.
Great Plains also offers conservation rebates in Minnesota.