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Dominion Energy Warns of 2026 Rate Hike; Switch to LEDs

12/1/2025

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Dominion Energy urges Virginia customers to prepare for a January 2026 rate hike approved by the Virginia State Corporation Commission that will raise residential electric bills.
The increase coincides with winter heating costs and holiday lighting.
Dominion Energy recommends switching to LED lights, which can cut costs by up to 75%.
A free online energy audit offers LED bulbs and tips to unplug decorations to avoid phantom energy.

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Dominion Energy urges Virginia customers to prepare for a January 2026 rate hike approved by the Virginia State Corporation Commission that will raise residential electric bills.
The increase coincides with winter heating costs and holiday lighting.
Dominion Energy recommends switching to LED lights, which can cut costs by up to 75%.
A free online energy audit offers LED bulbs and tips to unplug decorations to avoid phantom energy.